Maintenance Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Maintenance Engineer at Wakefield Equipment and Wheelchair Service.

The suitable candidate shall have either successfully completed a recognised mechanical apprenticeship or is able to demonstrate an equivalent skill set.

All applicants shall have suitable relevant experience and be able to demonstrate a sound knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and Safe Working Practices.

The role will involve routine maintenance inspection and repair work on a wide range of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment, including Portable Appliance, and LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations) testing. Training will be provided.

The equipment involved is used in client’s homes, care and nursing homes within the Wakefield District. The successful candidate will also inspect equipment within Wakefield Equipment Service Stores and carry out maintenance where required. Therefore, we require our Maintenance Engineer to be an excellent communicator, computer literate, and be able to work at times without supervision. Flexibility and adaptability are essential in this post.

Driving License is essential.

Why Wakefield Council?

• We are a leading Council for best practice and an employer of choice for individuals seeking a rewarding role and career.
• We offer a full-time working pattern of 37 hours per week
• 29 days of Holidays plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Support and access to high-quality training offers to help progress your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and we recognise that resilient teams need a good work/life balance as well as supportive leadership and support in the workplace.
• Access to a range of employee support products.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Great range of benefits including discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program with a dedicated personal trainer, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, cycle to work scheme and many more.

If you are highly motivated, have transferrable skills and be part of a successful team, we are keen to hear from you. For any informal enquiries, please contact Gill Davey Tel: 01924 302447

What can I expect?

• A competitive salary
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy up to 10 extra days of annual leave
• Hybrid working (subject to role suitability)
• Access to high-quality training programs to advance your career to the next level.
• We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff. We recognise that resilient teams need good work life balance as well as supportive leadership.
• Discounted and subsidised public transport (Arriva Bus Annual Travel Ticket, Northern Trains Limited (NTL), MetroCard).
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and a Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contributions (AVC) scheme providing a tax efficient way to increase our pension.
• Great range of benefits including an Employee Assistant Programme, discounted membership to our excellent leisure facilities with free 12 weeks exercise program, discounts for a range of retail, entertainment, health and leisure providers, a cycle to work scheme, and many more

Want to know more?

If you would like to know more about the role, the recruitment process or working for Wakefield Council, feel free to contact.

Name: Gillian Davey

Tel: 01924 302447

E-mail: gdavey@wakefield.gov.uk

Join us and make a real impact in the community. Apply today to become a valued member of our team!

Safeguarding

Wakefield Council is wholly committed to ensuring children and vulnerable adults are fully supported and safe. We are dedicated to the safeguarding of all children and vulnerable adults whilst promoting their welfare. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this responsibility.

DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service)

The successful applicant will be required to complete a Disclosure Application Form and to provide criminal conviction information.

Probation

In accordance with the Council Probation Procedure, this post is subject to a 6-month Probationary Period.

Fluency Duty

To comply with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), public facing roles will be subject to the Fluency Duty.

Diversity

Having a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve helps us to achieve the best outcomes for all. We encourage applications from everyone and actively seek to ensure that everyone feels included in the workplace so that we can make the most of our differences.

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