Chargehand Mechanic

Argyll & Bute Council; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job description

Location: Blackhill Depot Luss Road Helensburgh, G84 9EE

Salary: £35,111 - £38,082 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Service: Road and Infrastructure Services

Closing Date: Tuesday 22nd April 2025

A position has arisen for a Chargehand Mechanic to work within the busy Fleet Support Section of Argyll and Bute Council, one of Scotland's most stunning areas.

The successful candidate will be based at our Blackhill workshop in Helensburgh and will be expected to assist the Fleet, Waste & Infrastructure team to deliver an efficient, effective and high-quality service to users by supervising the inspection, servicing, fault diagnosis and repair of all plant and vehicles used by the council and for all related activities as required. This is a permanent position, 37 hours worked Monday to Friday. When the workload requires, the candidate will be expected to cover both Helensburgh and Dunoon areas as well as partake in the Winter Standby rota in Helensburgh.

On occasions you may be required to work in other Argyll and Bute council workshops as directed by the workshop supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Level 1 or 2 City & Guilds, or equivalent.
• Time served motor vehicle mechanic.
• Driving Licence, to include categories B, B+E, C1, C1+E, C.

The candidate must also have experience of working in a heavy vehicle/plant environment including inspection, servicing, and repair of light and heavy commercial vehicles. It is essential the candidate is able to organise, lead and supervise other mechanics.

We offer various benefits to support you, such as a competitive salary, pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, cycle to work scheme, discounts on gym memberships and leisure centres, wellbeing initiatives, and opportunities for learning and career growth. We also embrace a modern approach to work, offering a flexible first approach where possible to requests from our employees to how they work.

Applicants should note that:

• The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exemptions) (Scotland) Order 2013, as amended applies to this post.

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