HGV mechanic

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local government authority is seeking a qualified HGV mechanic to join their operational services team in Kidderminster. This role involves maintaining a variety of vehicles, ensuring fleet availability and safety, and requires flexibility in working hours. The position offers a tool allowance and a fixed-term contract with potential opportunities for further development.

Benefits

Tool allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in working on a variety of vehicles.
• Hold a current Class C driving licence.
• Ability to work outside normal hours if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operational fleet is maintained and safe.
• Work within tight timescales.
• Handle physical efforts and mobility frequently.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Problem Solving

Education

Qualified Mechanic Certification

Tools

Mechanic Tools

Job description

At Wyre Forest DC we provide some of the most important front-line services to our residents through our Operational Services Teams based in Kidderminster. Maintenance of our fleet to deliver critical operational functions such as Waste, Parks and Open Spaces and Street Scene are part of the core functions of the garage and are at the very heart of our community.

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified mechanic to join our team of HGV mechanics, you will be qualified and experienced in working on a variety of vehicles within tight timescales, ensuring our operational fleet is out on the road and working to a high and safe standard. This important post will enhance the existing team and offers all of the benefits associated with working for local government.

Additional Information

• Working hours are 37 per week (any 4&5 day working patterns apply from any 7 days) Special working arrangements for Bank Holidays and Christmas working applies.
• Flexible approach to working hours, able to work outside normal office hours if necessary, including a requirement to be available for evening meetings
• The post holder must hold a current Class C driving licence.
• This job includes duties that may require a substantial amount of physical effort and mobility on a frequent basis
• We provide a tool allowance to our mechanics
• This is a fixed term 12 month contract
• The closing date for applications is 19th June 2025 , but we reserve the right to close applications early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

We understand you may use AI tools to help you prepare your application. While these tools can be helpful, please ensure everything you share about your experiences, skills, and qualifications is authentic and truly reflects you. Your genuine story and real achievements are what we're most interested in!

Wyre Forest District Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Attached documents
role-profile- HGV-2025.pdf