HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the role of HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter Monaghan Fire Service in Monaghan County Council. The post holder will, on appointment, be responsible for performing the duties and responsibilities described below appropriate to the post of HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter. The HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter will report to the Chief Fire Officer or other duly authorised person within the Monaghan Fire and Civil Protection.

The HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter will be responsible for the proactive and reactive maintenance of all Fire Service and Civil Defence vehicles, including Class B appliances, specialist vehicles, personnel carriers and support units. The role will encompass scheduled preventive maintenance, defect diagnosis, and repairs, as well as oversight of compliance with CVRT standards. Additionally, the mechanic will gradually assume responsibility for auxiliary systems such as pumps, generators, and ladder gantries, which will initially be serviced by subcontractors until the mechanic is fully trained.

The initial employment shall be Monaghan Fire Station, but the Council may, at its absolute discretion, assign the employee to such work base as may be required from time to time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter will be required to carry out all the duties allocated by the Council under the direction and supervision of the relevant supervisor. It is understood that there will be occasions outside of normal working hours when the person employed will be assigned to cover breakdowns. The Council requires that the carrying out of such duties be in a spirit of co-operation and good will.

The duties will include but are not limited to:

• Work under the direction and control of the Chief Fire Officer
• Undergo specialist training in the maintenance and repair of equipment. It may be necessary to travel outside the County for this training.
• Drive Fire Service vehicles.
• Carry out maintenance work and repairs on all Fire Service appliances and equipment.
• Travel to Fire Stations within the County to carry out duties.
• Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time as directed by the Chief Fire Officer

The above duties outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post and may be subject to review in the future.

The person employed will be required to perform assigned duties exercising a duty of care, in the interest of safety of oneself, fellow employees and the public, at all times in compliance with Monaghan County Council’s Health & Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations.

These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of the HGV Fleet Mechanic/Fitter and may be subject to change in the future. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed above and to take instruction from and report to an appropriate officer or such designated officer as may be assigned from time to time by Monaghan County Council.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POST

1. Character

Candidates shall be of good character.

2. Health

Each candidate shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

3. Citizenship:

Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be:

(a) A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway; or

(b) A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or

(c) A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or

(d) A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa: or

(e) A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015, or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or

(f) A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa.

4. Education, Training and Experience

Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms for the post:

• Have a good standard of general education to enable the duties of the post to be performed to the satisfaction of the local authority;
• Be a qualified Heavy Vehicle Mechanic/Construction Plant Fitter and have served a recognised apprenticeship and obtained a minimum QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate or equivalent. Candidates must supply documentary evidence in support of this to the satisfaction of the Local Authority;
• Have a minimum 5 years post apprenticeship experience working in a recognised garage, with experience of service and repair of commercial/construction vehicles including diagnostics and electrical systems, overhaul of petrol and diesel engines, pumps and compressor etc. as well as welding and fabrication capabilities.
• Hold a full unendorsed current driving licence in respect of Category C vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving Licence.
• Have satisfactory knowledge of Health and Safety requirements

Essential Requirements

The ideal candidate should have the following essential skills: -

• Have good working knowledge of carrying out repair and maintenance and roadworthiness test preparation of HGV fuel engine vehicles.
• Have experience and knowledge of vehicle electrics/electronics/diagnostics, instrumentation, pneumatics and hydraulics systems.
• Have experience and knowledge of the repair, maintenance and preparation of Heavy Goods Vehicles and Light Commercial Vehicles for roadworthiness tests.
• Hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving License.
• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the importance of health & safety legislation and requirements. Ability to support ISO 450001 objectives of Fleet safety and operational readiness.
• Have capacity to engage with others to deliver successful outcomes.
• Have good communication skills, record keeping skills and be capable of writing clear and concise reports.

Desirable requirements

It would be desirable for each candidate to: -

• Have experience in the use of computers.
• Have sufficient knowledge and experience to exercise initiative and good judgement.
• Have the ability to use technology.
• Be highly motivated and flexible.
• Ability to plan and manage workloads.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Evidence of good house keeping
• Maintain record keeping of all inspections, repairs and servicing.

Monaghan County Council invites applications from suitably qualified persons, who wish to be considered for inclusion on a panel from which permanent and temporary vacancies for the post of HGV Mechanic/Fitter Monaghan Fire Service shall be filled. The position(s) shall be wholetime, permanent/temporary and pensionable.

The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee local Authority, to such an extent as to impair the performance of his or her duties as an employee of the local authority or in any occupation which might conflict with the interests of the local authority, or which might be inconsistent with the discharge of his/her duties as a local authority employee.

Salary:

The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Starting pay for new entrants will be at the minimum of the scale.

The salary scale for the post is: -

€806.10 - €828.58 - €882.60 - €888.20 - €893.69 - €899.26 - €904.80 - €910.35 - €915.89 - €921.45 - €926.96

Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of Housing, Local Government, and Heritage.

Probation:

Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of a local authority is appointed, the following provisions shall apply: -

(a) there shall be a period after such appointment takes effect, during which such person shall hold such position on probation.

(b) such period shall be twelve months, but the Chief Executive may, at his discretion, extend such period.

(c) such person shall cease to hold such office at the end of the period of probation, unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such person is satisfactory.

Hours of Duty:

Core hours of work shall be a 39-hour week. Normal working hours are 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, and 9.00am to 4.30pm on Friday (half hour lunch break each day), or such hours as may from time to time be prescribed. The hours of work will be such as may be assigned by the County Council in its absolute discretion. The person employed will be expected to report to their place of work, or pick-up point by their own means of transport.

The post-holder may be required to work overtime depending on work requirements and be available to respond to callouts outside of normal working hours at the request of his/her Line Manager or persons appointed to positions of authority. Where possible the post-holder will be notified in advance. Overtime will be paid at approved rates.

Annual Leave

Granting of annual leave, payment for annual leave and arrangement for Public Holidays will be governed by the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. The annual leave entitlement will be 25 days per annum.

Health

For the purpose of satisfying the requirement as to health it will be necessary for each successful candidate, before he/she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority.

Garda Vetting/Child Protection

The successful candidate(s) may be subject to the Garda Vetting Procedures and will be required to complete Appendix V of the County Council’s Child Protection Policy.

Residence

The successful candidate(s) shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed, or within a reasonable distance thereof.

Training

Successful candidates will be required to attend and participate in training programmes as may be decided by the local authority relevant to the skills necessary for the performance of the duties attached to the post and to apply their learning in the course of their working activities. The successful candidate for this post shall undertake training for Health and Safety, technical skills and general performance as required.

Driver’s Licence

The holder of the post shall hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the EU Model Driving License. The successful candidate will be required to provide their own transport in the course of their duties and maintain the vehicle to the satisfaction of the local authority. Monaghan County Council, as employer, must be indemnified on the insurance policy.

Offer of appointment

Monaghan County Council shall require any person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month from the date on which the offer is made. If he/she fails to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, the Council shall not appoint him/her.

Assignment

Monaghan County Council reserves the right to, at any time, assign an employee to any premises in use by the Council now or in the future.

References

All appointments are subject to receipt of satisfactory references.