Motor Mechanic

City of York Council; York and North Yorkshire; In loco; GBP 19.000 - 27.000; Tempo pieno

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Overtime pay

Temporary to permanent potential

Descrizione del lavoro

City of York Council is seeking an experienced Motor Mechanic to diagnose, repair, service and maintain a range of vehicles, plant and equipment. The role is offered on a temporary basis for at least 4 months with potential to go permanent, with a minimum pay rate of £16.86 per hour and overtime opportunities.

The successful candidate will work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with two shift patterns and a focus on safe, compliant maintenance within the fleet team in the United Kingdom.

Competenze

• Proven experience as a Mechanic or in a similar role.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot various mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Fabrication skills, welding experience would be beneficial but not essential.
• Cat B licences would be advantageous (Cat C/MOT tester licences a plus).

Mansioni

• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicles, plant and machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, brake repairs, and tyre rotations.
• Diagnose mechanical problems using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Repair or replace defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance performed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards in all tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and efficiency.

Conoscenze

Mechanic experience

Mechanical knowledge

Hand tools

Power tools

Problem solving

Fabrication

Welding experience

Cat B licence

Strumenti

Hand tools

Power tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Are you an experienced Motor Mechanic?

Available for a potential temporary to permanent role?

Creative in solving maintenance and repair problems?

Our client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Mechanic to join their fleet team. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge and experience with both hand tools and power tools. As a Mechanic, you will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, servicing and maintaining various types of vehicles, machinery, plant and equipment, to ensure optimal performance and safety.

This role is offered on a temporary basis, for a minimum of 4 months, potentially longer, with the opportunity of going permanent. A minimum pay rate of £16.86 per hour (potentially higher dependent upon experience) and with the opportunity for paid overtime. Working days will be Monday to Friday, 40 hours a week. Two different shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicles, plant and machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, brake repairs, and tyre rotations.
• Diagnose mechanical problems using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Repair or replace defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance performed.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards in all tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to improve processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Mechanic or in a similar role.
• Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot various mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Fabrication skills, welding experience would be beneficial but not essential.
• Cat B drivers licence/Cat C would be advantageous, as would Class 4&7 MOT Testers licence.

To apply for this vacancy you must be able to work in the United Kingdom