Workshop Supervisor - ERN

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You will supervise a small team of mechanics maintaining a mixed fleet of public utility vehicles and plant in a roadworthy condition, including diagnostic inspection, servicing and repairs.

Ideally candidates will hold valid MOT class 4&7 certifications and an MOT Management (AEDM) qualification. Candidates without these qualifications must be willing to undertake the required training to achieve certification upon appointment. You must have previous experience in the supervision of a vehicle workshop including goods vehicle operator’s licence regulations. .

You will have served a recognised apprenticeship and possess City and Guilds Part 2 in Motor Vehicles Mechanics or equivalent. Post apprenticeship experience in both light and heavy commercial vehicles and a current driving licence is essential.

If you do not currently have MOT Tester (class 4&7) or AEDM certification but meet the rest of our criteria, we will support you to achieve these qualifications shortly after appointment.

The ability to work irregular hours for standby winter maintenance and good communication skills are also essential requirements.

Please note fitness to drive is an essential requirement of the role and if you are made a conditional offer of employment you will be required to take a form to your GP to verify your fitness to drive group 2 (category C/D) vehicles. You will be liable to pay any fees charged by your GP for completing the form.

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Please note – all applicants will be asked to provide proof of their right to work in the UK, and any offer of employment will be conditional upon verifying documentary evidence before employment commences. Further information can be found here:

Please note - East Renfrewshire Council does not provide Visa sponsorship.

References – during your application form completion you must provide details of a minimum of 2 referees, 1 of which should be your most recent or current employer. It is also a requirement that the referees are your previous/current managers and are not the details of work colleagues operating at the same level as you or personal referees. Please note only work email addresses for referees will be accepted.

Please contact hrdi with any questions.

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