Fleet Support Technician - SFRS02694

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in Inverness is seeking a Fleet Support Technician to maintain and service fire service vehicles and equipment. This full-time role includes inspections and on-site testing, requiring a qualified LGV mechanic with relevant certifications. Candidates should demonstrate effective communication skills and a commitment to safety standards. This role embraces diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Experience working with fire service vehicles and operational equipment.
• Ability to operate power tools safely.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for inspection servicing and maintenance on fire service vehicles.
• Testing new and existing vehicles at service stations.
• Contributing to a rolling rota for on-call responsibilities.

Skills

Fully qualified time served LGV mechanic with City and Guilds qualification or equivalent

Good knowledge of modern HGV and light vehicles

Current Heavy Goods Vehicle driving licence, class C or C+E

Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) Hybrid and Electric Vehicle EV2.2 and EV3 certification

Ability to take instruction from others

Willingness to commit to personal development

Clear and confident verbal and written communication

Good organisational skills

Flexible approach due to locations of SFRS premises

Tools

Basic computer skills

Basic welding and fabricating skills

Job description

Overview

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Fleet Support Technician, based in Inverness on a permanent basis. This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week with a two week rolling rota you can expect a long weekend every second week.

Responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for the detailed inspection servicing and maintenance regimes on fire service vehicles and operational equipment in accordance with DVSA and CFOA guidelines and procedures. This post is predominately workshop based but will have a significant requirement for the inspection and testing of new and existing vehicles and operational equipment on site at the services stations and premises throughout the North East area.

Qualifications and Experience

• Fully qualified time served LGV mechanic with City and Guilds qualification or equivalent
• Good knowledge of modern HGV and light vehicles
• Current Heavy Goods Vehicle driving licence, class C or C+E
• Institute of Motor Industry (IMI) Hybrid and Electric Vehicle EV2.2 and EV3 certification or industry equivalent
• Ability to take instruction from others and follow service policy and procedures
• Willingness to commit to personal development; able to operate power tools safely; adherent to Health & Safety legislation
• Shift working as part of a team or on own initiative; willing to provide out of hours on-call when on rota
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication; good organisational skills to meet tight timelines within budget
• Flexible approach due to locations of SFRS premises
• Desirable: Heavy Goods Vehicle Inspector Certificate
• Good knowledge of modern vehicle electrical systems (12 & 24 Volt)
• Basic welding and fabricating skills
• Basic computer skills; good knowledge of Health & Safety Policy and procedures

Additional Information

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack.

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements. A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a Disability Confident Employer and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at [e-mail].

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.