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Vehicle And&Nbsp;Plant Technician/Mechanic - Local Authority

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Wakefield
2 weeks ago
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  • Annual Salary: Grade 7: £32,061– £34,434
  • Location: Wakefield
  • Job Type: Full-time permanent

Join our team as a Mechanic Vehicle & Plant Craft Person and play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing a diverse range of Council vehicles and plant equipment. This position is integral to ensuring roadworthiness, safety, and compliance with legal standards, supporting fleet decarbonisation, and contributing to the Council’s Climate Change Action Plan.


Day-to-day of the role:

  • Inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles, plant, and equipment to statutory and internal standards.
  • Diagnose faults using both manual and computer-based systems.
  • Conduct MOT and taxi tests, roadworthiness checks, and provide breakdown recovery services.
  • Operate a variety of diagnostic and testing equipment.
  • Maintain accurate service and repair records.
  • Perform welding and fabrication of parts as needed.
  • Drive and operate a range of vehicles and plant.
  • Mentor apprentices and support less experienced staff.
  • Ensure adherence to health and safety procedures and proper use of PPE.
  • Participate in shift work and provide out-of-hours cover as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • NVQ Level 3 or higher in motor vehicle engineering.
  • Awareness of Electric/Hybrid Vehicles (NVQ 2).
  • Manual handling training.
  • Category B driving licence.
  • NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
  • Category C LGV licence.

Desirable:

  • MOT tester, forklift, crane, abrasive wheel, chainsaw licences.
  • NVQ 4 or BTEC in relevant disciplines.

Benefits:

  • Flexible full-time working pattern of 37 hours per week.
  • 26-36 days holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays.
  • Support and access to high-quality training programmes to progress your career to the next level.
  • Commitment to supporting the wellbeing of our staff, including access to Wellbeing Coaching, Support for Carers, and a Sense of Belonging.
  • Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
  • Excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
  • Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

To apply for the Mechanic Vehicle & Plant Craft Person position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.


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