Be Well Cycle Mechanic

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Wigan is seeking a Be Well Cycle Mechanic to maintain its cycle fleet. The role includes conducting Dr Bike sessions and encouraging active travel behaviors. Applicants must have excellent cycle maintenance skills and flexibility, as evening and weekend work is required. A valid cycle maintenance qualification and driver's license are essential. This is a temporary position for 20 hours a week with a salary range of £13,828 - £14,499 annually.

Qualifications

• Excellent cycle maintenance knowledge required.
• Must have a full driving license and vehicle access.
• Flexible working hours required, including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for maintenance of the Be Well cycle fleet.
• Conduct Dr Bike sessions and promote cycling participation.
• Support behavior change towards active travel.

Skills

Cycle maintenance knowledge

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Valid cycle maintenance qualification

Job description

Overview

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance

The Brickworks Cycle Workshop/Flexible

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

20 hours per week

Temporary until 31st March 2027

We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough. We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!

Your role:

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

About you

• 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.
• We are looking for responsible individuals with a passion to provide cycle opportunities that supports individuals with cycle more regularly and safely.

About us

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.

Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan.

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If you require an informal discussion regarding the role, contact [e-mail]

Interview date

17th October 2025

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