Overview
The City of York Council’s Fleet team have an exciting opportunity for a Workshop Engineer to join a strong team in a great working environment with an excellent work life balance. The successful applicant will be working at Hazel Court Depot in our modern, heated workshop with both fixed and column vehicle lifts as well as modern tooling and diagnostic equipment.
Responsibilities
* Day-to-day service and repair of vehicles, plant & equipment.
* Carry out HGV MOT inspections and preparations.
* Maintain a safe working environment at all times.
* Carry out routine inspections, routine maintenance, fault finding and repairs.
* Complete technical training when required.
* Complete all relevant & required documentation.
* Ensure a safe, clean and efficient workshop is always maintained.
* Carry out diagnostics on vehicles and equipment using a range of diagnostic tools.
* The role will encompass working individually and as part of a team and would suit a qualified vehicle engineer that wants to further develop their skills.
* HGV license and class 4 & 7 MOT tester desirable but not essential.
* This post is not suitable as a job share opportunity.
* 37 + 3 hours contractual overtime.
* Stand by 1 week in 7 with additional payments and overtime for callouts. Vehicle provided.
* Fixed Office. Location: Fleet Workshops, Eco Depot, Hazel Court, James Street, YO10 3DS.
Alternative Week Shift Pattern
* Week 1 Early Shift: Mon – Thu 06:00 – 15:30; Fri 06:00 – 10:00
* Week 2 Late Shift: Mon – Thu 09:30 – 18:00; Fri 08:00 – 16:30
Location
Fleet Workshops, Eco Depot, Hazel Court, James Street, YO10 3DS
Benefits and Additional Information
The Council is committed to investing in the talent and wellbeing of our staff and can offer a generous annual leave allowance, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, comprehensive Health & Wellbeing initiatives and a reward package which recognises your contribution. We can offer flexible working practices, community engagement and volunteer activities and, as part of our commitment to you, promote continuous Learning & Development. In addition we also offer a growing range of discounts, rewards and savings.
How to Apply / Contact
For further information or an informal discussion please contact Richard Ingham (Fleet operations manager) at richard.ingham@york.gov.uk
Closing date: Sunday 26 April 2026 at 12midnight
Interviews to take place week commencing 04/05/2026
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