Driver Technician x 2 - CMB2149e

Cumberland Council; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK is looking for a compassionate Driver Technician to support their Community Equipment Service. This hands-on role involves delivering, fitting, and demonstrating essential equipment to help individuals live independently. Candidates should have a full UK driving licence, good communication skills, and ideally experience in a care-related setting. The position offers a permanent contract and opportunities for personal development.

Qualifications

• Dedicated and compassionate individual to deliver, fit, and demonstrate equipment.
• Comfortable working independently and ready to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Support Community Equipment Service by delivering essential equipment.
• Collect and return equipment for refurbishment.

Skills

Full UK driving licence (minimum one year’s experience)

Good communication skills

Commitment to excellent customer service

Experience in a care-related setting

Physical fitness

Job description

Location: Maryport
Salary: £26,403 - £26,824 pro rata per annum
Hours: 0 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

About This Opportunity

Cumberland Council is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Driver Technician to support our Community Equipment Service. In this hands‑on role, you’ll be delivering, fitting, and demonstrating essential equipment to help people live independently in their own homes across Cumbria. You’ll also collect and return equipment for refurbishment, ensuring everything is handled with care and respect.

We’re seeking someone with a full UK driving licence (minimum one year’s experience), good communication skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service—ideally with experience in a care‑related setting. You’ll need to be physically fit, comfortable working independently, and ready to travel extensively across the region. In return, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values ongoing training, personal development, and making a positive impact every day.

This role is available on a permanent basis.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation’s core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Jonny Walker by email at [e-mail].

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is: Enhanced DBS check.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Armed forces veterans whose last long‑term substantive employer was the armed forces

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Employer and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments

To participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [e-mail]. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 08/12/2025
• Interview date: TBC

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

Please Read The Supporting Information

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council