Mechanic, Dingwall

Highland Council; Cromarty; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanic to join their team in Dingwall. In this full-time role, you will be responsible for the repair and maintenance of a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment owned by the Council. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community while working in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you are a qualified Motor Vehicle Mechanic with a passion for hands-on work and a commitment to quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• Qualified Motor Vehicle Mechanic with time-served experience.
• Proven skills in vehicle maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Conduct repairs and maintenance on the Council's fleet of vehicles.
• Ensure all equipment is in good working condition.

Skills

Motor Vehicle Repair

Maintenance Skills

Problem Solving

Education

City and Guilds Part 1 and 2

Scotvec National Certificate

Job description

The myjobscotland helpdesk will be closed for the public holidays of 18th-21st April. The helpdesk will reopen on the 22nd.

Ref no: HGH16624

Published: 15/04/2025

Closes: 28/04/2025

Location: Plant Repair Depot Craig Road Dingwall, IV15 9LE

Salary: £31,996 - £35,497 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Job Description

Post Title: Mechanic
Location: Dingwall
Hours: 37 hours per week
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £31,996 - £35,497 p.a.

Salary placing will normally be at the first point of the scale.

Job Purpose: Carrying out repairs and maintenance to Council owned fleet of vehicles, plant and equipment.

Please APPLY ONLINE. If you are unable to apply online and you wish to request an offline application pack, please contact HR Transactions Team, T: 01955 608279 (24 hour voicemail) quoting post the reference number above.

The Highland Council understands that diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, and being fair and inclusive. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, representative of the communities we serve and particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be under-represented in our workforce.

As a disability confident employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria requirements for the post.

Shortlisted applicants will normally be contacted by email, unless otherwise stated. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

Requirements

1. Time Served Motor Vehicle Mechanic.
2. Qualified to City and Guilds Part 1 and 2 or Scotvec National Certificate (or similar) in vehicle maintenance and repair.
3. Holds proof of recognised trade training and be time-served in the repair and maintenance of motor vehicles.