Vehicle and Plant Mechanic

Derbyshire County Council; Derby; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking a Vehicle and Plant Mechanic to join their environmental services team. The role involves maintaining, servicing, and repairing a diverse range of vehicles and equipment. Candidates should have proven mechanical experience and relevant qualifications. This physically demanding position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to local services while enjoying a range of benefits.

Benefits

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a mechanic or similar role.
• Full driving license required; Cat B or Cat C advantageous.
• Fabrication skills and welding experience beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicles, plant, and machinery.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks including oil changes and brake repairs.
• Diagnose mechanical problems using appropriate tools.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Engineering

Job description

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Closing date: 15 June 2025

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Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.

We are looking for a highly motivated plant mechanic to join our environmental services team to maintain, service, and repair a diverse range of vehicles, plant, horticultural, and agricultural equipment. Chesterfield Borough Council operates a modern fleet of vehicles that we preventively maintain to a very high standard.

The suitable applicant will be workshop-based but will be required to attend vehicles at the roadside, parks, or at satellite depots.

Responsibilities include:

• 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
  
  
  

The successful candidate should have proven experience as a mechanic or in a similar role or have served a recognised apprenticeship in motor vehicle engineering to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. A full driving license is required; a Category B driving license or Cat C would be advantageous. Fabrication skills and welding experience would be beneficial but are not essential.

This is a physically demanding role with specific effort required, including walking, kneeling, bending, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying—or any other physical attribute required for the role.

If you are passionate about being a vehicle technician and eager to contribute to a dynamic and friendly team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

For further information, please contact Tom Shaw on 01246 959438 or Colin Clark on 01246 959435 or for further information on this post please view the job description and person specification attached.

Working in local government is a highly satisfying and rewarding experience in so many ways. In return for the contribution you’ll make to our local community, you’ll enjoy an excellent range of benefits, including learning and development opportunities.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should initially apply with a CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role to [e-mail], no later than the closing date below.

You can use our template if you do not have your own CV, by downloading it here.

Closing date: 15 June 2025

Provisional interview date: to be confirmed

Direct link to website: https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/vehicle-and-plant-mechanic/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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