Overview
Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance
The Brickworks Cycle Workshop/Flexible
Salary: Grade 4, £13,828 - £14,499 per annum. £13.26 - £13.90 per hour
20 hours per week
Temporary until 31st March 2027
Were on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough. We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!
Your role
As a Be Well Cycle Mechanic, you will be responsible for the maintenance of the Be Well fleet of cycles, the delivery of Dr Bike sessions, the recycling of bikes and to support the wider Be Well team to increase cycling participation. The role will support individuals to make long term changes in behaviour focussing on active travel being the preferred choice for short journeys. The hours are in accordance with the needs of the service, regular evening and weekend work are part of the requirements of the post. A full driving license and use of a vehicle is essential.
About you
To be successful in this role you will be required to be flexible, able to work as part of a team, have excellent cycle maintenance knowledge and hold a valid cycle maintenance qualification. We are looking for responsible individuals with a passion to provide cycle opportunities that supports individuals with cycle more regularly and safely.
About us
Wigan Council has been voted ‘Overall Council of the Year’ at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or unbroken between the supporting organisations. The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our two place missions: create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them. This role is within the Strategy and Innovation directorate and successful candidates will be based within the Walking, Wheeling and Cycling Activation Team. Our team delivers a wide range of walking, wheeling and cycling programmes, with a vision to create a borough where active travel is the preferred choice for short journeys. We support flexible working patterns where the service can accommodate this and take a blended approach to where we work (home, office, or community). We encourage applicants to learn about working for the organisation and the rewards and benefits available. To be appointed, you must prove your right to work in the UK. At present we are not a licensed sponsor. A discussion regarding the role can be arranged by contacting Richard.smith1@wigan.gov.uk. Interviews are scheduled for 17 October 2025. The position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check. The employer is committed to safeguarding.
To view the details relating to this position, please see the job specification and related documents provided by the employer as part of the application process.
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