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Fleet Workshop Mechanic - Countywide - WMF1964e

Westmorland and Furness Council

East Lindsey

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 40,000

Full time

19 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking qualified level 3 Vehicle Mechanics to join their dynamic team. In this exciting role, you will provide essential vehicle and plant maintenance services, contributing to vital community operations. With opportunities for career growth and skill development, you will work with modern, specialist vehicles and the latest technology. The position offers a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and a range of benefits, including a robust pension scheme and enhanced annual leave. If you're passionate about vehicle maintenance and eager to develop your skills in a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme
Enhanced Annual Leave
Discount Schemes
Overtime Opportunities
Standby Duty Subsidies

Qualifications

  • Qualified level 3 Vehicle Mechanics with a passion for vehicle maintenance.
  • Experience in servicing and inspecting a range of vehicles.

Responsibilities

  • Provide vehicle and plant maintenance across various services.
  • Support delivery by undertaking required training and providing exceptional service.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance
MOT Testing
Problem-Solving
Team Collaboration

Education

Level 3 Vehicle Mechanic Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment
Vehicle Servicing Tools

Job description

We are looking for qualified level 3 Vehicle Mechanics with a passion for vehicle maintenance and a keen interest to develop their skills. In this role, you will work as part of a high-performing team of front-line Workshop staff, providing vehicle and plant maintenance to all services in Westmorland and Furness Council. This includes, but is not limited to, Waste Services, Street Cleansing, Highways, Green Spaces, the in-house Transport team (CTOT), and Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service.

Our workshops operate MOT testing facilities which cater for owned Fleet, Hired Fleet, and external customer vehicles.

You will support this delivery by undertaking the required training and providing an exceptional service.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work and develop your skills across a range of modern, specialist vehicles incorporating the latest developments in vehicle technology. You will carry out servicing and inspection work to a large range of vehicles, enabling all the above services to continue to provide vital services to the people of Westmorland and Furness. This is a highly valued and varied role which gives real opportunity for career growth. All posts are salaried on a 37-hour week; however, overtime is readily available, plus we offer additional subsidies for standby duties.

What can we offer you?

Working at Westmorland and Furness Council, you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and various perks and discount schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)

Would you like to find out more?

For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria, please view the below attachments:

  1. Post Specification
  2. Role Profile

If you have any queries about this role or would like an informal chat about this opportunity, then please contact Peter Jardine on 07881682200 or peter.jardine@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk.

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