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East Suffolk Services Limited – Be part of a dynamic team that makes a difference. We deliver essential local services to over a quarter of a million residents and thousands of businesses across our district. We are a growing organisation focused on shaping high-quality, efficient services that people rely on every day. This is an opportunity to support and give back to your local community.

We currently have an opportunity to join our Fleet Maintenance team as a HGV Mechanic.

Salary: £34,094.05 - £46,312.43 per annum (career grade)* | Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week | Contract: Permanent

As an integral part of our Workshop Team, you will inspect, service, maintain, diagnose, and repair vehicles, including our Refuse lorries, to ensure they are fit for purpose and meet health and safety and legal requirements. You will attend breakdown callouts and ensure both internal and external customers receive excellent customer service. As an integral role within the business, you keep everything moving.

You will have the benefit of:

• A consistent Monday - Friday work pattern meaning you’ll be working 8 hours a day.
• There are no night shifts involved and only 3 fixed Saturday shifts each year, supporting a good work-life balance.
• You'll work closely with teams across the business, particularly our Waste and Recycling department, to keep their vehicles on the road, safe, and well maintained.
• Be part of a supportive, motivated and ambitious team.

• An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in HGV Vehicle Maintenance Repair
• City & Guilds Full Technical Certificate in Motor Vehicle Studies qualification
• Excellent knowledge of vehicle maintenance standards required for HGV operation and IRTEC registered
• Hard-working and motivated team player who uses their own initiative and can make sound judgments
• A full UK Category B driving licence is essential; willingness to undertake a Category C licence if not held

• A top-tier health and wellbeing package through Canada Life, including online UK-based GPs and dentists, plus life insurance.
• Competitive, matched pension scheme through Royal London.
• Access to wellbeing resources, including mental health support and counselling.
• Learning and development opportunities tailored to your role and goals.
• Exclusive discounts on tech, holidays, fashion, health and beauty, and more.
• Car and cycle-to-work schemes to support your commute.

For an informal discussion, contact Toby Chapman at 01502 443360.

To visit for an informal drop-in session to see the workshop, meet managers, and get a feel for the depot, please call to arrange (we’ll fit around your commitments for early morning, evening, or weekend).

Closing date: 11.30pm, 21 September 2025 | Interview date: Week commencing 29 September 2025.

Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (Word).

Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement template (docx). Use the application template to show how you meet each criterion. CVs are not accepted.

Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement.

For more information, check the How to Apply section of our Career Site.

East Suffolk Council is an exciting place to work with a commitment to investing in staff and providing a positive culture and rewarding careers. We value our employees and strive to support development and wellbeing.