The post holder will be responsible for inspection, maintaining and repairs on vehicles, plant and equipment within Aberdeen City Council Fleet workshops and depots. To have the ability to work on their own initiative and to communicate effectively with Management team and customers.
* City and Guilds Heavy vehicle service and maintenance (9302) or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Preferably Hold a Category C (HGV) Licence and relevant CPC or to be obtained, The post holder is expected to demonstrate:
* Ability to work on own initiative
* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, have a disability
* are care-experienced and aged 16-29
* are aged 16-24 and live in Aberdeen City or have been to an Aberdeen City Council school and are applying for a Modern Apprenticeship (except Trades apprenticeships)
Duration: Permanent, Full Time 35 hours
Aberdeen City Council is currently in discussions with Trade Unions regarding a proposal to move from a standard 37-hour full-time working week to a standard 35-hour full-time working week. Please note: A decision has been reached, in consultation with our Trade Unions, that all new vacancies will be advertised on a maximum of 35 hours per week, and accordingly, new appointments made on a contract of 35 hours per week. Weekly rota shift pattern. Week 1: Monday-Thursday 6am - 2pm, Friday 6am-13:30pm Week 2: Monday-Thursday 14:00pm - 22:00pm Friday 11:30am-19:00pm Roles that require PVG Membership Please note that with effect from 1 April 2023, where a role requires PVG membership, candidates will be required to meet the cost of the PVG membership. This applies only to roles with a full time equivalent salary of £30,000 and above. (Teaching roles and jobs at Grade 11 and above (currently £30,727 per annum / £15.97 per hour) The Council will pay for the PVG membership cost initially, either £18 for existing PVG scheme members, or £59 for non-members, and this cost will be deducted from an employee's first FULL month's salary payment.