Vacancy Details

Transport & Vehicle Maintenance

Auto Fitter Mechanic

Grade G £34,523 - £38,172 per annum, (plus opportunity for regular overtime)                                                          

39 Hours per week – Permanent post

Applicants are invited to apply for the post of Auto Fitter Mechanic within the Transport & Vehicle Maintenance Department, Operational In-House Services.

The successful applicant will provide mechanical support in ensuring the efficient maintenance of the Councils vehicle fleet.

Working under the direction of the Workshop Manager your responsibilities will include repair and maintenance of all HGV’s / LGV’s included in the 300+ vehicle/plant items.

Based at Hawthorne Road Depot in Bootle you must have a mechanical background with proven experience in a Commercial Workshop Environment.

This should include a full HGV category C licence and a sound knowledge and experience of Commercial Fleet Vehicles, Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems.

You should also be fully aware of the HGV/PCV testing procedures and relevant Health & Safety legislation.

Provisional interview date 11/08/25

Equal Opportunities

Sefton Council strives to ensure that our workforce is inclusive and representative of our communities. A diverse workforce is important to us, our staff bring with them a wide range of experiences, views, ideas, and innovations, and we are committed to providing an environment that recognises, respects, and values everybody’s identity, where individual differences are strengths and where everyone can thrive and maximise their potential. We are always open to learning and growing as an organisation, and we welcome new ideas and initiatives that promote equality, diversity and inclusion.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer; all candidates will receive equal treatment. Our decision to appoint will be based upon whether an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities make them the most suitable candidate for the role.

GUARANTEED INTERVIEW SCHEME

Please note that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for these jobs (as given in the Person Specification) and who want to apply under the Disability Confident Scheme will be invited to interview.

If you are currently in care or have previously been in care, we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for care experienced people if you meet the essential requirements for the role.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.

Please fully complete the online expression of interest.