HGV Mechanic

We are excited to announce we are offering a training programme designed to upskill light vehicle mechanics to qualified HGV Mechanics.

Our HGV Training Programme will cover: Health & Safety, Hybrid and EV vehicles, with HGV servicing and repairs, MOT preparation to DVSA test standards.

Once you've successfully completed your HGV training, you will gain an IRTEC L2 Certification (Heavy Vehicle Service Maintenance Technician) and a full time, permanent position with Fife Council with eligibility for training to qualify for an HGV driving licence and an MOT testers qualification, you will then be able to work safely and unsupervised helping Fife Council hit our pre-set vehicle standards and guidelines. Constant training and learning opportunities will be provided as you grow your career within our Fleet Service Centres.

Based at the Bankhead Service Centre, the successful candidate will be required to inspect, maintain, and repair the Council's fleet of assets working within a team setting carrying out assigned work to a high standard and good practice that will contribute to an effective service delivery.

Work must be carried out in a manner that positively contributes to a high quality, responsive and cost-effective service which meets service and customer expectations.

City & Guilds Certificates in required trade and/or equivalent SVQ level 2 attainments.
Extensive experience in maintaining and repairing vehicles.
Health and Safety Awareness and understanding to the appropriate role and vehicle repairs.
Health and Safety Awareness and understanding to the appropriate role and vehicle repairs., Disability Confident
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Annual earnings of £34,295.40.
Guaranteed 36 minimum working hours.
Ongoing training provided - EV training, MOT Tester qualification class 4,5,7, IRTEC Accreditation & diagnostics training, HGV driving licence.
National discounts and benefits scheme.
20 days holiday, rising to 25 after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays.
Sick pay
Safe working environment.
Modern Workshops
Fife Council Workplace Pension
PPE & Workwear supplied.
To qualify, you will need:

Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in light vehicle maintenance
Technical qualification (City & Guilds or NVQ qualified technician) or proven experience repairing & maintaining vehicles.
A full UK driving licence preferred.
An interest in learning new skills!

The normal working week is 4 days on, 4 days off. Mon to Fri 06.00 to 16.50, Sat and Sun 06.00 to 16.40.
The pay grade is FS1 (£34,295.40) + shift enhancements. Standby is covered on a rotational basis.

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