Skilled Vehicle and Plant Technician

WMJobs; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybride; GBP 41 000 - 42 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working

Pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Stoke-on-Trent City Council is recruiting a qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle mechanic for the Fleet Operations unit. You will perform repairs and servicing to a range of vehicles and ensure compliance with statutory MOT requirements, with responsibility for roadworthiness and safety of the council's fleet.

The role requires experience with engines, transmissions and braking systems, plus a willingness to work towards DVSA MOT tester qualifications for classes 4, 5 and 7.

Qualifications

• Qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle mechanic with experience in engines, transmissions, braking systems and suspension.
• Experience with MOT preparation and testing is desirable.
• Willing to work towards DVSA recognised MOT tester qualification for classes 4,5 and 7.

Responsabilités

• Undertake the full range of repair, maintenance and servicing to external customers' vehicles in line with policies and legal requirements.
• Prepare Large Goods Vehicles and Light Vehicles to the standard required to pass the MOT/LGV tests.
• Carry out MOT testing on class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and suitability testing on Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Taxis.
• Improve and maintain high standards of housekeeping within the workshop facility.
• Ensure safety and roadworthiness of the Council's fleet of vehicles, plant, trailers and equipment.

Connaissances

HGV maintenance

MOT testing knowledge

DVSA MOT tester readiness

Formation

NVQ Level 3

Description du poste

Stoke-on-Trent City Council,

Directorate: Housing, Regeneration and Operations

Section: Fleet Operations

Location: Weighbridge Site Lodge

Grade: Level 8

This post is graded at Level 8 plus a Market Supplement of £3,437 taking the salary to a flat sum of £41,000. This market supplement will end on 31/03/2029.

Hours: 37 hours per week

This advert is open to both internal and external applicants.

Further information on the Council and our directorates

About us

We are a city of strengths, with a proud heritage and bright future. Working for Stoke-on Trent City Council is more than just a job, it's about making, protecting and improving the services for the local population, reducing inequalities and improving independence for the people who live and work in the city. And that's where you come in. We are always looking for people of the highest calibre with skills, knowledge and experience to help us deliver our compelling vision.

Stoke-on-Trent City Council's diverse and talented workforce is its greatest asset and most valuable resource. The skills, knowledge and experience of our c.4,600 employees are essential to delivering our ambitions and vision for our organisation and Stoke-on-Trent. We want to be an employer that people are proud to work for, and where our staff are supported, developed and rewarded in an inclusive way that helps them to excel and to deliver the high-quality services that our residents need.

The Role

Fleet Operations & Compliance is seeking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic individual to join our unique and dynamic team of highly motivated professionals who work collaboratively to ensure the operations comply with legislative requirements.

The department works to tight timescales, statutory deadlines and therefore experience of working within a highly pressured responsive service is a must. The Fleet & Workshop Team is undergoing rapid development towards a more business driven approach and is aiming to increase the services provided. The department plays an integral part of the Council's fleet operations ensuring legal compliance in all areas. This is an essential function to support the Council in providing the services to the residents of the city.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Heavy Goods Vehicle mechanic who has experience in all the major elements of goods vehicle repair’s including engines, transmission, braking systems and suspension including a basic knowledge of vehicle electrics. Experience of Goods Vehicle MOT preparation is desirable. Must have the ability to work on a wide variety of vehicles and plant including HGV's, LGV's and Agricultural machines.

For more information on the role, please contact the Recruiting Manager Paul Massey, [e-mail]

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake the full range of repair, maintenance and servicing to external customers vehicles in accordance with Council policies and procedures, legislative requirements, manufacturers standards


• To prepare Large Goods Vehicles and Light Vehicles to the standard required to pass the statutory MOT/LGV Test


• To carry out MOT testing on class 4, 5 and 7 vehicles and suitability testing on Hackney Carriages and Private Hire Taxis


• Improve and maintain high standards of housekeeping within the workshop facility


• Responsibility for ensuring the safety and roadworthiness of the Council's operational fleet of vehicles, plant, trailers and equipment

About You

• Be a time served technician with significant experience or hold an appropriate NVQ Level3 qualification


• Willing to work towards qualifying as DVSA recognised MOT tester for class's 4, 5 and 7


• Thorough knowledge of M.O.T. Testing, standards and procedures


• Thorough knowledge of Large Goods Vehicle maintenance and repair


• Understanding of relevant road traffic acts and statutory requirements relating to vehicles and plant standards as prescribed by DVSA, DVLA, DOT and HSE


• Hold a valid LGV category C Driving Licence and ideally category C+E Driving Licence

What we offer

• A competitive salary based on your skills, experience and talent


• Hybrid and flexible working options


• An excellent local authority benefits pension scheme


• Professional development through learning opportunities, regular training sessions and apprenticeship and management schemes

Further information on our Rewards and Benefits can be found here

Pre-Employment Checks

• Right to Work in the UK


• Proof of address


• Satisfactory references


• Occupational Health Clearance


• Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations


• DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable for the role)

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Stoke-on-Trent City Council, we believe our strength comes from the diversity of our community, and we want our workforce to reflect that. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We understand that some people, especially those from underrepresented or marginalised backgrounds, may hesitate to apply if they don't meet all the listed requirements. If this role interests you and you think you could be a good fit, we encourage you to apply. We are proud of what makes each of us unique and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels included, can be themselves, and can succeed together.