Salary: £37,035- £41,511
Grade: JK
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time
Location: Harrogate
We have an exciting opening to join our Property Team as a Mechanical & Electrical Engineer. The post holder will play a key role in standardising commercial equipment across the county and aligning to the NYC commitment to be net zero strategy.
They will also be required to be up to date on regulatory and statutory changes and to ensure that any upskilling or training that is required is prioritised to reduce impact on operations.
The Role:
We are looking for a candidate who will;
· Undertake repairs and ppm requirements
· Engage with contractors and specialists
· Create reports on the condition of equipment and highlighting where investment may be required.
· Be responsible for supervision and training of apprentices and other employees e.g. labourer or handyperson.
· Post will be required to drive a council issued van, they will need to maximise fuel economy, minimise wear and tear and provide safe regard to other road users.
· Maintain and ensure all tools/ supplied equipment are in good working order with all necessary safety checks undertaken, completing all necessary records.
What you will bring:
Evidence of accredited apprenticeship and proof of relevant retraining to current standard (18th edition).
· An extensive knowledge of electrical systems due to the diverse portfolio and the ability to read schematics.
· Knowledge and experience of Electrical, Heat and Mechanical maintenance.
· Experience in effective planning, organising and prioritising critical works.
· Experience in carrying out site induction accordance with health & safety plans.
· An understanding of building regulations.
· Project working skills – takes responsibility for specific aspects of a project.
· Resilience – Manages pressure effectively and copes well with setbacks.
What we can offer you:
We pride ourselves on being an employer of choice, offering a range of training and development opportunities and career progression, allowing you to manage your own development journey and empowering you to control your career. Your career can change with your life here in North Yorkshire.
In addition to your salary, we offer a range of great benefits to help you financially make life a bit easier. These include:
a local government, career average employer contribution pension scheme
family friendly leave
salary sacrifice schemes
modern flexible working practices
learning and development packages
career advancement opportunities
employee discount benefits including shopping and gym discounts
green car and cycle schemes
travel loans
Contact:
For further information, or an informal chat about the role, please contact Paul Fieldhouse;
Paul.Fieldhouse1@northyorks.gov.uk
Key Dates:
Close date: 22nd June 2025
Interview date: From w/c 30th June
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies. We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
North Yorkshire Councils’ purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other’s contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.