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Fleet Mechanic

Job Description

Job Title: Fleet Mechanic
Location: Barnsley
Employment Type: Temporary
Company: Service Care Solutions
Rate: £20.94 Per Hour Umbrella LTD


Service Care Solutions have a vacancy based in Yorkshire who have a vacancy with a local authority who are seeking a Fleet Mechanic to join the team on a Temporary ongoing basis.

Job Purpose: To maintain, repair, and service a variety of vehicles and equipment in the Fleet. The role includes diagnosing faults, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring compliance in line with safety regulations.

Core Responsibilities will include:

  • Inspect, repair and maintain the fleet assets operated by the council to the standard required by the relevant bodies
  • Provide professional advise and guidance to the service users on vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Carry out manual and physically demanding work associated with the repair and maintenance of a municipal fleet
  • Ensure the health and safety of all resources within the post holder's area of responsibility
  • Maintain awareness of policies and procedures which impact on how the service is delivered
  • Prepare and present detailed results from diagnosis equipment
  • Contribute to policy development
  • Work with all stakeholders internal and external



Requirements:

  • Mechanical experience in heavy or light vehicle/plant workshops.
  • Basic fabrication and welding skills.
  • Proficiency with computerized diagnostic equipment.
  • Experience with a mixed fleet of light and heavy vehicles, including specialist or emergency vehicles.
  • Ability to manage work independently.


Skills and Attributes:

  • MOT Testing and Inspection/Audit experience
  • Good verbal communication
  • Forward-thinking, adaptable, and quality-focused.
  • Good customer perception and time management.
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet high standards.
  • Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
  • Be flexible to changing work operations


Qualifications:

  • Level 3 Motor Vehicle Qualification
  • Willingness to undertake a Category "C" driving license within 12 months


The candidate will be working a 37-hour week Monday to Friday however there would be a requirement to work on Weekends.

For more information please contact Prakash on 01772 208967 or email prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk