LGV Mechanic – Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service
Scale SO1
£34,434 – £36,363 per annum
Plus a guaranteed allowance of £1,105 and on call allowance up to £7,272.
37 hours per week (plus one week in six on-call)
Permanent
Based at Betony Road, Malvern
Overview
The Role
Do you want to form part of our team of mechanics working on operational fire appliances and specialist vehicles? This role really makes a difference and ensures that we provide first class firefighting and rescue operations around the clock for our communities within Hereford & Worcester. Based at Malvern in our modern workshop facilities, you will also be required to work remotely at our fire stations across both counties, to maintain our fleet of vehicles and equipment.
We will consider applications from time served LGV, HGV and PSV mechanics and will provide additional training as required for the more specialist aspects of the role.
A full job description and person specification for the role can be found attached to this advert.
About Us
Every day we’re helping to save lives and keep the community safe – and not only by fighting fires. Behind the scenes at Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service, there are lots of other roles that people don’t see, helping to provide vital functions to keep us an efficient and effective Fire and Rescue Service.
Benefits and Why Join Us
* Flexible working practices for an average 37hr week Monday to Friday, with a one week in six on-call rota.
* 23 days annual leave rising to 28 after 5 years (plus Bank Holidays).
* Local government pension scheme, sickness benefits, provided tools and workwear clothing are also part of the package.
* You will also be trained to maintain operational Fire Service equipment and will work closely with operational Firefighters.
* You will receive on the job training and continual professional development, including Large Goods Vehicle licence (Class C) if not already held.
* Access to the Blue Light Card – the UK’s largest Emergency Services discount card.
Apply online through the following job link: https://hwfire.wm-jobs.co.uk/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=194
The closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 28 September.
The successful applicant will be subject to pre-employment checks, which will include references, medical, social media check and a Standard level DBS check.
For any further queries regarding the role, please contact Dean Morgan on dmorgan@hwfire.org.uk. We would also like to offer any interested applicants a site tour of our workshops in Malvern.
Safeguarding
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service’s recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.
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