Job IntroductionShift Pattern:Week 1 - 06.00-14.15 (Mon-Thurs) 06:00-13:30 (Friday)Week 2 - 14.00 - 22.15 (Mon-Thurs) 13:00-20:30 (Friday)We have a vacancy for qualified HGV & Motor Vehicle/Plant Mechanics to work in the Council's Fleet Workshop. We are looking for competent individuals who can adopt a flexible approach to work in order that priorities and service deadlines may be met.The priority for the HGV & Motor Vehicle/Plant Mechanics will be to carry out the maintenance and repair of a range of vehicles, machines and plant equipment to the required quality standards in an efficient, safe and cost effective manner.It is essential that applicants:
are an apprentice trained motor vehicle mechanic to City & Guilds 380/383 level 2, or NVQ Level 3 or alternatively have undergone other training to a similar standard
hold a current driving licence category of LGV Class C or C & E or are willing to work towards.
are literate and numerate to a level to enable you to undertake the duties listed in the job profile
can actively contribute to the maintenance of a healthy and safe working environment
are reliable, co-operative, flexible and capable of reacting to fast changing circumstances
have well developed customer service skills
act with courtesy and professionalism at all times
Special Conditions:
Physically demanding effort required on specific walking, kneeling, bending, pulling, pushing, lifting and carrying or any other physical attribute required
The post holder will work normally within the confines of the depot/workshop but is frequently required to undertake site and roadside repairs within the BMDC area in all weathers
The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and committed individual, highly motivated in meeting the needs of both the employer and the customer.How to ApplyIf you think you might be interested in joining our team and would like some further information about this post, please contact Stewart Wild on 01274 436697 or .Equal OpportunitiesWe do not discriminate against any applicant or employee directly or indirectly on the grounds of gender, marital status, gender re-assignment, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, race, colour, ethnic background, religion or belief nationality or age. And, as an equal opportunities employer, the Council strives to employ the best qualified people from a diverse range of applicants.The RESPECT Allyship Programme is also available to all staff, which offers the opportunity to learn more about the diverse communities & groups and provides added benefits and resources to its members. This is part of the RESPECT Campaign, which is the Council's Internal Equalities Vision for staff and its aim to build a truly inclusive workforce, where everyone can be their true selves at work.
