MOT Tester
Role Purpose
To work as part of a small team testing and inspecting vehicles in the Council’s MOT Testing Station.
Key Accountabilities
- To perform MOT tests on class 4 vehicles when presented for testing
- To perform taxi and private hire vehicle tests on vehicles licensed by Guildford Borough Council, and Waverley Borough Council
- To carry out engineer’s inspections on vehicles presented
- To carry out associated administrative tasks in relation to taxi and private hire vehicle inspections
- To maintain the MOT testing station in a clean and tidy condition
- To follow the requirements and obligations of the Health and Safety at Work Act and the specific health and safety policy and guidelines produced by the Council during the course of your employment
- To undertake any other duties of a similar nature that may be requested by the Deputy Fleet Manager & Team Leader or his/her representative
Qualifications
- A current MOT Testers’ (class 4) certificate as issued by the Vehicle Operators Standards Agency is essential
- A motor vehicle repair and maintenance City and Guilds, NVQ is desirable
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Considerable experience as a vehicle fitter commensurate with the MOT Tester’s certificate requirements
- Knowledge of how vehicles operate
- Demonstrable experience of carrying out repairs or inspecting vehicles
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a small team
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Numeracy and Literacy skills
- Customer service skills
- Basic computer skills to include keyboard skills and data entry skills
- Valid driving licence to drive manual gears in the UK in order to drive vehicles in and out of the MOT Bay
About Guildford
Guildford is a regional centre for leisure, business, education, shopping and culture set in beautiful countryside that includes the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Guildford is a thriving market town and is a principal shopping destination with a vibrant night time economy. The town’s geographical location provides excellent transport links in all directions, London is just 30 minutes away on the train and the town is well-served by frequent bus routes and subsidised Park and Ride facilities. All of this contributes to a quality of life that attracts many people to live, work in and visit Guildford.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and post-holders to share this commitment. To fulfil this commitment we have robust systems in place for the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.