Vehicle Fitter

Tameside Council; Tameside; On-site; GBP 34,434 - 39,152; Full time

Job summary

Tameside Council is seeking an enthusiastic HGV/light vehicle mechanic based at Tame Street Garage, Stalybridge. You will perform routine maintenance, testing, diagnostics and repair on a large fleet of HGVs, light vehicles, plant and specialist equipment, within a supportive team.

You should hold NVQ Level 3/City & Guilds in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance, a Class B driving licence, and have experience with hydraulic and electrical systems.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance/Repair or City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Possession of a Class B driving licence.
• Experience diagnosing faults and maintaining municipal vehicles/plant.
• Good knowledge of hydraulic systems and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance, testing, diagnostics and repair on the fleet.
• Work within a team of vehicle/plant fitters with supportive management.
• Demonstrate good health and safety compliance and communications.
• Be physically capable of demanding manual tasks in all weather conditions.

Skills

Literate and Numerate

Good communication skills

Work with minimal supervision

Ability to work at height

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance/Repair or City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

Comprehensive tooling for vehicle maintenance

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: Grade G SCP 23 £34,434 - SCP 28 £39,152 plus pension, continuing training and tool allowance.

Hours Per Week: 36 hours plus additional contracted hours during November to March.

Base Location: Tame Street Garage, Stalybridge

Assessment Date: To be arranged

The Role

Based at Tame Street, Stalybridge, you will be an enthusiastic and talented HGV/light vehicle mechanic with the drive to keep our Transport Fleet on the move.

This is an opportunity to utilise, and further develop your existing skills carrying out routine maintenance, testing, diagnostic and repair work to our large fleet of HGV’s, light vehicles, plant and specialist equipment. You will be joining a team of vehicle/plant fitters and have a manager who is supportive and keen to facilitate your development.

You should be organised, have good written and oral communication skills, be customer focused, hold a current driving licence (LGV Category C desirable) and trained to NVQ Level 3/City & Guilds (or equivalent) in a Heavy Vehicle Maintenance/Repair discipline.

Please note that this is a physically demanding role requiring a good level of fitness. Candidates must be capable of undertaking manual tasks, working in all weather conditions. The nature of the duties means that physical resilience and mobility are essential to perform the role safely and effectively.

About You

• Literate and Numerate
• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and repair (Heavy Vehicle) / or City Guilds Certificate or equivalent
• Possession of a Class B driving licence.
• Previous experience in the diagnosis of faults, repairs and maintenance of municipal vehicles/plant and equipment’s.
• Good working knowledge of hydraulic systems.
• Good working knowledge/skills in the diagnosis of faults and repairs of electrical systems.
• The ability to demonstrate a good understanding of Operator Licensing requirements and undertakings.
• Experience in the use of computer based diagnostic equipment.
• The ability to demonstrate a good understanding of Health and Safety requirements and regulations, relating to large automotive workshops
• Proven experience of working within a large workshop environment.
• The ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision.
• The ability to work at height.
• Possession of comprehensive set of tooling relevant to vehicle maintenance

About Us

Come shape the future of Tameside with us!

Message from Julian Jackson, Director of Housing, Environment & Estates at Tameside Council.

“Since joining Team Tameside in September 2022, I’ve been proud to work alongside a hardworking and passionate team that’s making a real difference to our borough.”

“Our Place Directorate is at the heart of shaping Tameside, covering everything from planning and highways to parks, culture, arts, environmental services, and facilities management. Whether it’s keeping our streets clean, improving green spaces, or driving forward exciting regeneration projects, our work makes a direct impact on the lives of residents and businesses every day.”

‘’We’ve already delivered some amazing projects, like Ashton Old Baths, and are currently working on master plans for our town centres in Stalybridge, Hyde, with projects like Ashton Mayoral Development Zone, and Godley Green Garden Village also set to create new homes, jobs and commercial spaces. But it’s not just about developments, day to day it’s about making sure our core services are modern, efficient, and able to support thriving communities and safeguard our heritage buildings and assets for the future.”

To do that, we need passionate people to join us. If you want to be part of a team that’s driving real change, improving local services, and shaping the future of Tameside, we’d love to have you on board.

Come and be part of something great. Let’s build the future of Tameside together!

Unfortunately, at this time we are not able to offer sponsorship.

We are committed to developing a culture which respects individuals, appreciates difference and allows everyone regardless of background to reach their full potential. We are proud to be an accredited disability confident employer. Reasonable Adjustments will be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 in relation to the Job Role Criteria.

Our rewards and benefits package can be viewed here

For further information about this role please contact the recruiting manager Steve Lloyd on 0161 342 2462 or [e-mail]

Supporting Documents

Vehicle Fitter Job description and person specification