Vacancy Information
Days and Hour of Work:
Monday - Thursday, 07:30-16:00
Friday, 07:30-12:30
To start August 2026.
Rate of Pay per Hour Over the 3 Year Apprenticeship:
Year 1: £11.16
Year 2: £11.52
Year 3: £12.23
East Lothian Council is keen to continue its tradition of harnessing and developing the talent of young people in the local area and as such are looking to recruit 2 Apprentice Mechanics.
These apprenticeships are restricted to applicants who currently live in the East Lothian Area and are aged between 16 and 24years of age. (This is extended to applicants up to 29 years of age who have a disability, are from a care-experienced background, or are registered as a young carer with East Lothian Council).
All candidates indicating in their application that they are from a care-experienced background, are a young carer or have a disability are guaranteed an interview if they meet the minimum essential criteria required for the job (as per the Person Specification).
Applicants should have achieved 3 National 4 or 5's or 3 Standard Grades at credit/general level (1-4) including English, Maths and one other subject. Proof of the qualifications will be required from those called to interview.
The apprenticeship will run for 3 years and during this period the successful applicant will attend GTG Edinburgh to attain the qualification applicable to this trade.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate commitment to their own learning and show that they are keen to become a qualified mechanic.
If you would like further advice with seeking employment/apprenticeships, including completing applications and interview skills, training and further learning opportunities, East Lothian Works @ East Lothian Council is able to help you. Along with our partners, we offer a range of support to residents across East Lothian. Please contact elworks@eastlothian.gov.uk for further information.
Job Details
To be trained as an apprentice Mechanic on the items of vehicles and plant within the Council Fleet.
Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview.
The East Lothian Way
The 'East Lothian Way'– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them.
Job Requirements
Relevant Qualifications
Educated to 3 National 4 or 5's or 3 Standard Grades at credit or general level (1-4) which must include Maths, English and one other subject.
Additional Information
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If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk
Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an 'import data from my CV' function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.