Fleet Support Technician

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service would like to invite applications for the post of Fleet Support Technician, based in Inverness on a permanent basis.  This is a full-time opportunity, working 35 hours per week with a two week rolling rota you can expect a long weekend every second week.

This is a full time post however applications from individuals seeking to work on a part time or job share basis would be considered.

The post holder will be responsible for the detailed inspection servicing and maintenance regimes on fire service vehicles and operational equipment, in accordance with Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) and Chief Fire Officers Association (CFOA) guidelines and procedures. This post is predominately workshop based but will have a significant requirement for the inspection and testing of new and existing vehicles and operational equipment "on site" at the services stations and premises throughout the Northeast area.

It is essential that you are a fully qualified time served LGV mechanic and have the appropriate City and Guilds qualification or equivalent. You must have a good knowledge of modern HGV and light vehicles and hold a current British driving license. You must also have the ability to take instruction from others and follow service Policy and Procedures. Candidates must have a willingness to commit to their own personal development, be able to operate power tools associated with the trade whilst adhering to current Health & Safety legislation. You will participate in shift working as part of a team and/or work utilising your own initiative. You must also provide out of hours On Call when on rota with the ability to communicate clearly and confidently both verbally and in writing. You will need to possess good organisational skills to meet tight timelines within budget and have a flexible approach to working due to locations of SFRS premises. It would also be desirable to hold a current category C driving license, hold a Heavy Goods Vehicle Inspector Certificate, and have a good knowledge of modern vehicle electrical systems, 12 & 24 Volt. Basic welding and fabricating skills, basic computer skills, as well as a good knowledge of the Health & Safety Policy and procedures are beneficial to this role.

The work pattern for this post is as follows; 

Week 1:              Monday - Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm

Thursday 8am - 4:30pm.

Week 2:              Tuesday - Thursday 8am - 5:30pm

Friday 8am - 4:30pm.

There is a 30 minute unpaid lunch per day. 

As some of your standard working hours are out with the core hours of 0700hrs and 1900hrs, Monday to Friday, you will receive an Outwith Core Hours Allowance.  This will be calculated at 7.5% of the hourly rate of pay for your grade and will be paid for the hours worked outwith core hours.   

This role involves the provision of standby cover.  The following standby rates would be applicable when standby periods are worked; 

• Daily Standby Rate £26.15
• Weekly Standby Rate £183.05

Full details of the role and our recruitment process can be found in the attached information pack. 

Salary on appointment will normally be at the lower salary point, with progression subject to regular review - in line with the SFRS performance appraisal arrangements.  A higher salary placing will be considered in exceptional circumstances subject to experience demonstrated.

 

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all sectors of the community. In addition, we are committed to being a “Disability Confident Employer” and will ensure that all applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role are invited for interview.

If you would like to apply in a different format, please email People Services at SFRS.PODVacancies@firescotland.gov.uk.

Please note, a fully completed application form must be submitted as SFRS do not accept CVs in support of applications for employment.