AddressLocation: Thirsk, Transport & Logistics Hub, you will be expected to work across 38 fire stations across North Yorkshire and support the HGV fleet at NYFRS front line incidents.
Salary: Grade 6-8.2 £27,803 - £33,024
On average our HVG Mechanics earn over £39k which includes on-call allowance, overtime and an unsociable hour’s allowance.
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week over 4.5 days.
Contract: Permanent
Do you have experience in the inspection, repair and maintenance of HGV’s? Are you wanting to make a positive difference to the communities of North Yorkshire?
We’re looking for a dedicated HGV Mechanic to join the Fleet Services department working on and maintaining our Fire Appliances and the specialised equipment associated with the fleet across North Yorkshire and the City of York.
Our fleet is made up of approximately 200 vehicles and includes HGV makes such as Volvo, MAN, Iveco and Mercedes. You’ll work in a modern clean workshop environment and have access to the latest equipment to maintain our fleet.
We want to support and develop you in your role and we believe in unlocking everyone’s potential. This is your chance to join a team who are welcoming, dedicated, and keen to deliver.
What’s it like working in the team?
Joining a fast-moving organisation, you will have the job satisfaction of knowing each day that you are contributing to the success of one of the first fire and rescue services in the UK to be in collaboration with North Yorkshire Police, supporting firefighters and police officers who work round the clock to protect local communities and save lives.
No two days are the same, one minute you could be carrying pre-planned maintenance on a frontline fire engine and the next you could be supporting operational crews on the fire ground.
We are a caring organisation, promote an environment of inclusivity and learning and welcome people from all walks of life - just as long as you can show commitment to our values such as integrity and teamwork.
Key responsibilities:
- Servicing, maintaining and inspecting various fleet vehicles including our HGV fleet and specialised equipment associated with the fleet.
- Delivering high quality, credible and timely transactional and outcome focused support services covering commercial vehicle fleet management.
- Delivering excellent customer service and demonstrate real value to front line services through effective service delivery.
- Delivering services in accordance with agreed standards including KPIs and SLAs as well as contributing to the delivery of ongoing process and service improvements.
- Responding to service requests and undertake servicing, inspections, repairs and planned work to the light vehicles within the fleet.
Key requirements:
- Experience in the repair and maintenance of motor vehicles, mainly in HGV fleet/vehicle maintenance.
- Experience of delivering high quality, customer orientated HGV fleet maintenance services to meet required SLAs and KPIs.
- Recognised apprenticeship in Heavy Goods Vehicle maintenance with City and Guilds Parts 1, 2 and 3 Motorcraft studies (or Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or equivalent level relevant qualification).
- Excellent customer service, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to provide a high quality, credible and timely service.
- Full current driving license which is relevant to the areas of fleet to which you provide support.
- L.G.V Category C license would be beneficial, and training can be provided.
Working for us - what we can offer you
Working for the emergency services is rewarding and brings opportunities to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
You’ll receive a competitive salary and be entitled to a Local Government pension scheme, leave entitlements of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays which rises to an addition 5 days after 5 years local government continuous service and other employee benefits. FBU is the recognised trade union, and there are also several employee support networks. You’ll also benefit from discounts on shopping and eating out as part of the Blue Light Card scheme.
You will be welcomed into an organisation that is committed to ensuring everyone is treated fairly and supported equally. We value different perspectives, skills and experiences and we care about the well-being of our staff, and actively support people so they can perform to their best.
How to apply:
Please submit your application along with your CV.
If you are interested in knowing more about the team and the role please contact Claire Ellis, Fleet & Logistics Manager, claire.ellis@northyorksfire.gov.uk or Carl Shenton, Workshop Manager, carl.shenton@northyorksfire.gov.uk. You’re more than welcome to arrange a visit, meet the team and have a cuppa!
Basic salary of£27,803 - £33,024 in addition to the following allowances:
- Plus paid overtime at enhanced rate of pay.
- Plus mechanics on-call out of hours scheme at approximately £2,600 per annum.
- Plus unsociable hours allowance at approximately £1,000 per annum.
