HGV Motor Mechanic / LGV Motor Mechanic

Job description
We are looking for highly motivated Heavy Goods Vehicle/ Light Goods Vehicle Mechanics to join our County Transport teams who support the maintenance and repair of a diverse fleet of motor vehicles including motor cars, minibuses, light goods vehicles, Heavy Goods Vehicles, trailers, and engineering plant.

We are looking to recruit into two of our workshops, based in Chesterfield and Derby.

Brimington, Chesterfield

HGV Motor Mechanic

The Standard Working Hours Are:

Monday to Thursday 8.00am 4.00pm and Friday 8.00am 3.30pm.

Derby (located on the outskirts of the City Centre -at our brand-new bespoke workshop)

HGV / LGV Motor Mechanic

The Standard Working Hours Are:

Monday to Thursday 8.30am 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am 4.00pm.

Starting salaries are negotiable within the bandingbased on experience and qualifications. 2026/26 Pay award pending

You will need to besuitablyexperienced, hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) vocational qualification in Heavy Goods Vehicle maintenance and repair operations, and have a valid full Driving Licence with a minimum of category B. Having a category C HGV licence and/or being a qualified MOT tester in Class 4, 5, and 7 would be highly advantageous for this role, but is not essential as training would be considered for the right candidate.

There are opportunities to join the winter standby rota from November to April (dependant on weather forecasts) which carries an additionalretainer payment of£344 per weekandovertime paymentsif called out. Use of a council vehicle is provided for travel to and from home during rota standby periods (this can be discussed further at in interview).

We operate a modern fleet of vehicles, that we preventively maintain to a very high standard with an emphasis on Quality over Quantity. The suitable applicant will be Workshop based but may on occasion be required to attend vehicles at the roadside or at our customers depots.

The successful candidate will be issued with a personal tool kit along with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and branded workwear. The Workshop also has its own specialist tools and up to date vehicle diagnostic equipment

We offer a friendly and supportive working environment, Derbyshire based work and the opportunity to develop yourself and your career.

Benefits Of Working For Us Include:
• Generous 25 days of annual leave plus another 5 with 5 years of continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to excellent LocalGovernmentPensionScheme
• Regular standard working hours Monday to Friday - supporting a great work life balance
• Occupational sick pay scheme up to 6 months full pay and 6 months half pay after 5 years service.
• Commitment to your continuing professional development with ongoing training opportunities
• Regular annual pay increments
• A comprehensive wellbeing package including physio, counselling & occupational health
• Discount?on?leisure?centre?memberships
• And muchmore.

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, the successful candidate will be required to undertake and pass a police security NPPV2 vetting check.

All applications will be reviewed at the point of submission and an interview will be arranged immediately for suitable candidates.

Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with us! By joining Derbyshire County Council you will have access to a range of amazing rewards and employee benefits, including our generous annual leave scheme, excellent local government pension and fantastic employee discounts. To discover more detail about the rewards and benefits available to you, clickhere

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