1. Do you have previous experience working as a Vehicle Workshop Fitter/equivalent? 2. Do you have the appropriate City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Maintenance qualifications? 3. Do you have Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle maintenance qualification? 4. Do you have a full current driving license for a range of vehicle types? 5. Do you have experience maintaining and repairing a range of vehicles? Job Type: Temporary Sector: Council Duration: Temporary ongoing with no end date specified Location: Gateshead Pay Rates: Negotiable and depending on skill and experience Working Days and Hours: Monday to Friday, hours to be confirmed, likely to be 9am to 5pm * Work a shift system incorporating unsociable hours every 4th week * Overtime is available in addition to enhanced payment for winter maintenance call-out duties Key Responsibilities: * Operate a range of vehicles, from cars to HGVs and plant, including forklift trucks * Undertake inspections, repairs, servicing, and maintenance of vehicles and plant * Diagnose faults and perform effective repairs * Carry out electrical repairs on vehicles * Attend and assist in the recovery of breakdowns across the borough * Use welding, heating, abrasive, and cutting tools as required * Operate lifting equipment * Maintain care of tools and equipment * Participate in training as advised by Line Manager * Take responsibility for own and others’ health and safety * Communicate and interact positively with other service users and employees at all levels within the Council * Work independently without supervision * Perform any other duties allocated that are appropriate to the grade of the post Role Profile - Vehicle Workshire Fitter Criteria: Appropriate City & Guilds Motor Vehicle Maintenance qualifications or equivalent (including Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle maintenance) or willingness to work towards Full current driving license Experience with light welding and vehicle/equipment recovery Proficient in driving a range of vehicle types Skilled in maintaining and repairing a range of vehicles Effective oral and written communication skills