Be Well Cycle Mechanic

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization is seeking a Be Well Cycle Mechanic to maintain the cycle fleet and conduct Dr Bike sessions. Candidates should have excellent cycle maintenance knowledge, a valid qualification, and the ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This role aims to promote cycling participation across the community.

Qualifications

• Excellent cycle maintenance knowledge required.
• Ability to work as part of a team is crucial.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Be Well fleet of cycles.
• Deliver Dr Bike sessions.
• Support efforts to increase cycling participation.

Skills

Cycle maintenance knowledge

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Valid cycle maintenance qualification

Tools

Bicycle maintenance tools

Job description

Overview

As a Be Well Cycle Mechanic, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the Be Well fleet of cycles, the delivery of Dr Bike sessions, the recycling of bikes and to support the wider Be Well team to increase cycling participation. The role will support individuals to make long term changes in behaviour focussing on active travel being the preferred choice for short journeys.

Hours and requirements

The hours are in accordance with the needs of the service, regular evening and weekend work are part of the requirements of the post. A full driving license and use of a vehicle is essential. We are looking for responsible individuals with a passion to provide cycle opportunities that supports individuals with cycle more regularly and safely. To be successful in this role you will be required to be flexible, able to work as part of a team, have excellent cycle maintenance knowledge and hold a valid cycle maintenance qualification.

Context

Wigan Council has been voted 'Overall Council of the Year' at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations. The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them. This role is within the Strategy and Innovation directorate and successful candidates will be based within the Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Activation Team. Our team deliver a wide range of walking, wheeling and cycling programmes, with a vision to create a borough where active travel is the preferred choice when it comes to undertaking short journeys.

Salary

Salary: Grade 4, £13,828 - £14,499 per annum. £13.26 - £13.90 per hour