Vehicle Mechanic

Service Care Solutions have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Mechanic to join a client they are working with in South Yorkshire.

The successful candidate should have extensive experience in Commercial and plant repairs and will be expected to demonstrate technical knowledge on a range of fleet machinery which ranges from small hedge cutters to 26 Tonne lorries.

Main responsibilities and requirements of the role are:-

Completion of all work tasks relating to primary job function as instructed by leadership team Maintenance of professional competence in relation to the primary job function Completion of road tests on designated routes as instructed by leadership team Movement of vehicles for the purpose of repair, maintenance, preparation, or testing Completion of all paperwork before the end of each working shift To work safely at all times in accordance with all relevant Health and Safety legislation, Council policy and specific safety instructions To complete all tasks making efficient use of resources, minimising wastage, and complying with all Environmental legislation Attend roadside breakdowns or other incidents during normal working hours As instructed, complete quality checks of hired vehicles, council vehicles maintained by external contractors and work completed by other council staff To provide flexibility to cover alternate working hours and absence of other staff Completion of training and satisfactory assessment of knowledge as required by Corporate Fleet and Transport Manager Provide input into vehicle specification and fault resolution To undertake other duties commensurate to the grade of the post To use and assist others in the use of information technology systems to carry out duties in the most efficient and effective manner To achieve agreed service outcomes and outputs, and personal appraisal targets, as agreed by the line manager To undertake training and constructively take part in meetings, supervision, seminars, and other events designed to improve communication and assist with the effective development of the post and post holder To carry out duties and responsibilities in accordance with the council’s commitment to customer service excellence and ensure compliance with the customer care standards To be committed to the Council’s core values of public service, quality, equality, and empowerment and to demonstrate this commitment in the way duties are carried out


Person Specification:-

Qualifications in Motor Vehicle Repair such as City and Guilds Level 1,2,3 or BTEC National Certificate Category B License minimum Experience in HGV Mechanics Flexible approach to work


In return for your hard work and dedication, Our client can offer you the chance to be part of a great team dedicated to ensuring that all people in Doncaster thrive. You will also have access to a variety of attractive employee benefits including competitive leave entitlement, a generous local government pension scheme, a wide range of well-being support and development opportunities. You will also have access to a range of staff discount and benefits schemes.

Working Pattern:
Contract Type: Full-time, 37 Hours Per Week, permanent
Rotating weekly days and afters shift.
Days Monday - Thursday 06.00 to 14.00 (13.00 Friday)
Afters Monday - Thursday 12.00 to 20.00 (19.00 Friday)

Rostered Saturday (approx. 1 in 6) 07.00 to 15.00 with a day off in lieu the following week.
Optional weekly call out (approx. 1 in 6)

For more details on this role and to apply, please email your CV to Prakash at prakash.panchani@servicecare.org.uk or call 01772 208967.


  • Location: Doncaster, England
  • Salary: £31372 - £34949.00 per annum
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: Service Care Solutions Ltd
  • Posted: 30-Sep-2024
  • Posted on: careers4a.com