Workshop Engineer

City of York Council; York; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Workshop Engineer to join their dynamic Fleet team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work in a modern workshop equipped with advanced tools and diagnostic equipment. You'll be responsible for servicing, inspecting, and repairing a variety of vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency at all times. With a commitment to employee well-being, the organization offers generous leave, a pension scheme, and a supportive work culture. If you're passionate about engineering and looking for a fulfilling role with excellent work-life balance, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing Initiatives

Flexible Working Practices

Learning & Development Opportunities

Community Engagement Activities

Discounts and Rewards

Vehicle Provided

Contractual Overtime

Standby Payments

Qualifications

• Experience in servicing and repairing vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to carry out routine inspections and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct day-to-day service and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure a safe and efficient workshop environment.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostic Skills

HGV MOT Inspections

Safety Compliance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance

HGV License

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Vehicle Lifts

Modern Tooling

Job description

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The City of York Council’s Fleet team have an exciting opportunity for a Workshop Engineer to join a strong team in a great working environment with an excellent work life balance.

The successful applicant will be working in a modern heated workshop with both fixed and column vehicle lifts as well as modern tooling and diagnostic equipment.

As a Workshop Engineer you will carry out service, inspections, repairs, modifications and fabrication to vehicles, plant and equipment.

Main Duties Include

• Day-to-day service and repair of vehicles, plant & equipment.
• Carry out HGV MOT inspections and preparations.
• Maintain a safe working environment at all times.
• Carry out routine inspections, routine maintenance, fault finding and repairs.
• Complete technical training when required.
• Complete all relevant & required documentation.
• Ensure a safe, clean and efficient workshop is always maintained.
• Carry out diagnostics on vehicles and equipment using a range of diagnostic tools.
  
  

The role will encompass working as part of a team and also on your own initiative. HGV license and class 4 & 7 MOT tester desirable but not essential.

By having colleagues with the widest possible range of skills, knowledge, backgrounds and experiences, we ensure we have the right people and together with an inclusive culture.

37 + 3 hours contractual overtime

Alternative Week Shift Pattern

Week 1 Early Shift: Mon – Thu 06:00 – 15:30 Fri 06:00 – 10:00

Week 2 Late Shift: Mon – Thu 09:30 – 18:00 Fri 8:00 – 16:30

Stand by 1 week in 7 with additional payments and overtime for callouts. Vehicle provided.

This post is not suitable as a job share opportunity.

The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution.

We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.

For further information or an informal discussion please contact Ian Hoult (Head of Fleet and Operations) [e-mail]

Closing date: Thursday 22 May 2025 at 12 midnight

Applications will be considered on receipt and interviews arranged for any suitable candidates on a rolling basis. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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