LGV Mechanic

Job Description

***Please note, candidates must apply by completing the online application form via the Denbighshire County Council website in order to be considered for this vacancy***

Job Title: LGV Mechanic

Job Reference: HFSI00011W3CWE

Location: Fleet Services, Bodelwyddan

Salary: Grade 7, £32,654 – £35,235 per annum

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent position

Closing Date: 13th January 2025

Denbighshire’s Fleet Services Team operate across the county, with its main workshop in Bodelwyddan, providing Vehicle and Plant Maintenance for all the county’s assets and other public and private customers. Additionally, we are an MOT Testing Hub for all sizes of vehicles, and work closely with our partners at the DVSA to provide businesses in Denbighshire with vehicle testing appointments within the community.

All our staff undertake regular training and development opportunities, made available to all staff who are keen to grow their skills within our industry. The nature of the service means a flexible approach to work, ensuring we can meet the demands of the council’s priorities.

Our team provides a 24/7, 365 support to all the council departments and team operates an Out of Hours rota, for which staff receive a Standby Allowance payment, on average this can amount to £2000 per annum.

In addition to our LGV Mechanic role, the Council would also consider applications from candidates who are currently in college and about to enter the industry; those that have some experience but not quite at the required level. We have introduced a career grade for this purpose, details of this can be provided on request.

What makes Denbighshire County Council a great place to work?

We believe the hard work and commitment of our staff should be properly rewarded, so we offer a range of benefits to help our employees achieve a work/life balance, develop in their career, and we support them in their work.

• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 26 days (plus bank holidays) rising with length of service to a total of 32 days
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Focus on Employee Wellbeing and access to EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Lifestyle Savings via DCC Rewards Direct (high street shopping, holidays, days out etc)
• Car salary sacrifice scheme and car leasing scheme
• Family friendly policies and childcare voucher scheme

To view the full list of benefits we offer, please visit our website:

www.denbighshire.gov.uk/pay-and-benefits

How to Apply?

If you would like to discuss any aspect of this post, please contact Mark Crompton (Fleet Maintenance Manager) on:

Phone: 01824 708460

Email: mark.crompton@denbighshire.gov.uk

To apply for this exciting vacancy, please complete our online application form via the website, where you can also view the full job description and personal specification:

www.denbighshire.gov.uk/work-for-us

Alternatively, you can send your current CV outlining your experience and qualifications to: mark.crompton@denbighshire.gov.uk

We regret that we are unable to reply to all applications. If you have not received a reply within three weeks of the closing date, you must assume that you have not been short listed for interview.

Candidates must complete an application form on our website to be considered. We regret that we are unable to reply to all applications. If you have not received a reply within three weeks of the closing date, you must assume that you have not been short listed for interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,654.00-£35,235.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free fitness classes
• Free flu jabs
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Paid volunteer time
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 13/01/2025
Reference ID: HFSI00011W3CWE