Workshop Fitter - Castle Point Borough Council

Essex County Council

Workshop Fitter - Castle Point Borough Council

£30825

Essex County Council, Canvey Island, Essex

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 3 Sep | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: a58a3703fab54561b7e04ef78e9bf9d4

Full Job Description

  • To assist in the day to day running of the Vehicle/Plant Workshop including daily operational and manning requirements and the liaison with refuse crews, contractors and suppliers.

  • To undertake routine and reactive vehicle, plant and equipment maintenance including fault finding, major overhauls and replacements, servicing, preparing and presenting vehicles for LGV and MOT tests, replacement of wheels and tyres and the reporting of defects and damage including the completion of all necessary documentation.

  • To carry out cleaning of vehicles/plant and equipment, inside and out.

  • To undertake driving duties, including road testing, recovery, collection and delivery of vehicles and materials, and the operation of plant (e.g. fork lift trucks, compressors, pumps and mechanical loaders).

  • To attend vehicle breakdowns and conduct roadside repairs as necessary.

  • To provide general support and assistance to the Workshop Manager

  • To assist in the scheduling of repairs and ordering / receiving of parts, etc; to ensure accurate stock levels are maintained along with all associated record keeping and documentation, both manual and computerised.

  • To ensure the security of the workshop and the vehicles, plant and equipment kept within the workshop. To open and close the premises as and when required.

  • To maintain the workshop and associated facilities in a clean and tidy condition.

  • To complete documentation and to maintain accurate and comprehensive records in accordance with departmental policies and procedures

  • To adhere to existing working practices, methods and departmental procedures; to undertake relevant training and development activities and to respond positively to new and alternative systems of work.

    To be successful in this post you must have previous mechanical and diagnostic skills gained whilst servicing heavy goods vehicles, light commercial and municipal vehicles. You must be able to work well in a team environment, possess a flexible approach and take reasonable care for your health and safety in everything you do.

    Why Castle Point? Castle Point Borough Council is a statutory body responsible for employing nearly 350 staff, and delivering over 150 council services, both statutory and for the community's well-being and benefit. Castle Point Borough Council aims to provide high-quality and financially sustainable services while prioritising outstanding customer service, transparency in decision-making, and promoting local democracy. Additionally, the council seeks to transform, modernize, and improve its performance, as well as support and enable the communities within its jurisdiction to be strong, healthy, and thriving.