Mechanic - (Re-advertisement)(2 Posts) - GLA13727

Glasgow; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for two qualified Mechanics to join the Fleet Maintenance team at Glasgow City Council. The role involves servicing and repairing the council's vehicle fleet, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on sustainable transport.

Benefits

26 days paid annual leave, increasing to 29 days after 5 years

5 paid public holidays annually

Local government pension scheme

Life and Personal Accident Insurance

Occupational Sickness Pay

Staff Benefit Scheme

Glasgow Credit Union

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Mechanic with a recognised apprenticeship.
• Current LGC category C driving licence or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems including electric vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintaining, and repairing the Glasgow City Council fleet of vehicles.
• Completing all relevant paperwork and attending breakdowns as required.
• Ensuring compliance with DVSA and Health and Safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Diagnostic/report writing skills

Ability to work under tight schedules

Teamwork

Education

Recognised apprenticeship to C&G, Scotvec or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

An opportunity has arisen within Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability for two Mechanics to join our Fleet Maintenance team on a permanent basis.

NRS brings together a diverse range of Glasgow City Council operational, technical, and development services focused on sustainable transport, place making, and delivering essential city services.

If you're interested in working within a service that influences all aspects of city life, please read on.

Position Details

You must be a fully qualified Mechanic who has completed a recognised apprenticeship to C&G, Scotvec, or an equivalent standard, and hold a current LGC category C driving licence or be willing to obtain this within your first 12 months of employment.

The Mechanic role involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing the Glasgow City Council fleet of vehicles to DVSA and Health and Safety standards, and completing all relevant paperwork. Attendance at breakdowns may be required.

A current knowledge of vehicle systems, including electric vehicles, and understanding of legal requirements related to vehicle condition for MOT standards are essential. Good communication, organisational, diagnostic/report writing skills, the ability to work under tight schedules, work independently, and as part of a team are also required.

Further details about the role are provided in the Role Profile, and the Person Specification document outlines the key competencies needed for your application.

Contract Details

Weekly Hours: 37 hours per week

Work Pattern: Rotational 2-shift system including Day shifts (8am - 4:30pm Monday to Thursday, 8am - 1:30pm Friday) and Backshifts (1pm - 9:30pm Monday to Thursday, 12noon - 5:30pm Friday). Operational hours are subject to review and may change.

Annual Salary: £29,751.95 - £33,585.88 on an incremental scale

Additional Payments: A WCD payment of £892 per annum and an NSWPH payment of £2,091 per annum are included in addition to the salary.

Benefits of working with us

Glasgow City Council offers a wide-ranging benefits package, including:

• 26 days (182 hours) paid annual leave, increasing to 29 days (203 hours) after 5 years of service
• 5 paid public holidays (87.5 hours) annually
• Local government pension scheme
• Life and Personal Accident Insurance
• Occupational Sickness Pay
• Staff Benefit Scheme
• Glasgow Credit Union

Please note this is a re-advertisement; previous applicants should not re-apply.

Application Packs

Alternative application packs are available in formats such as Braille, Audio, or other languages. To request, contact 0141 287 1054. Packs will be posted within 3 working days. Please consider the closing date when requesting a pack to ensure timely submission.

Further Information

Glasgow City Council is currently implementing a new pay and grading structure, which may affect current salaries. For more details, see GCC Job Evaluation and GCC HR Policies.