Reference: CBC26031
Salary details: £29,064 to £31,537 per year
Job term: permanent
Appointment type: full time
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Sunday)
Location: Stonegravels Depot, Chesterfield
Department: Environmental Services
CBC26031 - Job description and person specification.
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Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Chesterfield Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this juncture.
We are looking for a highly motivated plant mechanic to join our environmental services team to maintain, service, and repair a diverse range of vehicles, plant, horticultural, and agricultural equipment.
Chesterfield Borough Council operates a modern fleet of vehicles that are preventatively maintained to a very high standard. The successful applicant will be workshop-based but will also be required to attend vehicles at the roadside, in parks, or at satellite depots.
In addition, the role will involve assisting with minor remedial repairs to playground equipment and park/street furniture such as gates, fencing, and street litter bins.
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct thorough inspections of Environmental Services owned vehicles, plant, and machinery
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, brake repairs, and tyre rotations
- Diagnose mechanical problems using appropriate tools and techniques
- Repair or replace defective parts using hand tools and power tools
- Carry out basic fabrication work as required
- Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance performed
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards in all tasks
- Collaborate with team members to improve processes and efficiency
The successful candidate should have proven experience as a mechanic or in a similar role, or have served a recognised apprenticeship in Motor Vehicle Engineering to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. A full driving licence is required, with a Category B licence essential and Category C advantageous.
Experience working on or maintaining agricultural or grounds maintenance machinery would be advantageous. Fabrication skills and welding experience would also be beneficial.
This is a physically demanding role, requiring activities such as kneeling, bending, pulling, pushing, lifting, and carrying, along with any other physical effort associated with the role.
If you are passionate about being a vehicle technician and are eager to contribute to a dynamic and friendly team, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
For further information, please contact Tom Shaw on 01246 959438 or Colin Clark on (01246) 959435, or view the job description and person specification attached.
Working in local government is a highly satisfying and rewarding experience in many ways. In return for the contribution you make to our local community, you will enjoy an excellent range of benefits, including learning and development opportunities.
How to apply
Interested candidates should initially apply with their CV and a covering letter stating the job title, and clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role. Please send it to hrjobs@chesterfield.gov.uk no later than the closing date shown below.
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Closing date: 7 June 2026
Provisional interview date: to be confirmed