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Specialist Fitter - Vehicles, Plant and Machinery

Crawley Borough Council

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Crawley (On-Site)

Permanent, Full time

No DBS check required

£31,313.00 - £36,968.00 per annum


About the role

An exciting and rare opportunity has arisen, due to retirement, to work within our in-house vehicle, plant and equipment workshop in Crawley.

This role offers a chance to work on all aspects of testing, maintenance and repair, working on a wide variety of vehicles and equipment including:
  • HGV
  • agricultural tractors
  • sweepers
  • vans
  • cars
  • ride on mowers
  • handheld tools such as chainsaws and strimmers
The position therefore requires a thorough and up to date knowledge and strong experience of all aspects of road transport engineering, typically gained from a recognised apprenticeship including electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic disciplines with an understanding of the relevant legal requirements.

You will work closely with users of these assets to help them understand how to keep their equipment properly maintained and operational, whilst minimising down time. Therefore, being customer focused with good communication and interpersonal skills is a prerequisite, along with having a positive and enthusiastic attitude and the ability to work well within a team.

If you are passionate about maintaining a diverse range of vehicles and equipment, and enjoy working in a collaborative, customer-focused setting, we would love to hear from you.

We recommend that you submit your application as soon as possible, as we may close this advert before the stated closing date if enough applications are received.

Additional information

A full and current UK driving licence with entitlement up to 7.5t GVW is a requirement of the role.

Employee benefits

We offer a generous employee benefits package , with a range of discounts, benefits and wellbeing incentives to suit everyone.

Our way of working

Our shared values and behaviours reflect the special nature of our council. We encourage all colleagues to put them into practice, whatever job they do. Take a look to see if we are the perfect match.

Safer recruitment

Crawley Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer of first choice reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all under represented groups.

How to apply

Click the Apply button to complete your application online. Please ensure that the reference details you supply are for your current or most recent employer and that any gaps in employment are covered on your application form. Please note that CVs will not be accepted without a fully completed application form.

For an informal conversation or further information regarding the role, email nicholas.barrett@crawley.gov.uk , Fleet Manager or call on 01293 438174, or paul.baker@crawley.gov.uk , Partnership Services Manager or call on 07722 520390.

Closing date: Mon 17/03/2025 at 22:59
Job reference: PX11
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