Machinery Yard Fitter Mechanic

ROLE & DUTIES OF THE POST

Introduction to Role:

The Council is seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for the position of Fitter Mechanic. It is proposed to form a panel of qualified candidates from which any vacancies which arise will be filled during the lifetime of the panel. The successful candidate shall report to the Machinery Yard Fitter Foreman or other appropriate person as determined by the Council from time to time

Duties

A non-exhaustive list of duties is provided below:

• The person employed will be required to carry out all the duties allotted to him/her by the Machinery Yard Engineer / Fleet Manager / Machinery Yard Supervisor and Workshop Foreman , relative to the repair and maintenance of the equipment and premises and any other such duties.

• Initial deployment shall be to the Machinery Yard, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford but the Council may, at its absolute discretion, assign the successful applicant to such work base as may be required from time to time.
• The Machinery Yard in Dungarvan is a busy working environment responsible for maintaining a fleet of road works equipment (Pavers, Rollers, Bitumen Sprayers, Chip Spreaders, Milling equipment, Patchers, trucks, etc.), Winter Maintenance equipment (Salt Spreaders, ploughs, sweepers) as well as general fleet. The successful candidate must have the flexibility to work on a variety of machines and be willing to work on machines that are in regular contact with oil, bitumen or salt. The Council depends on the maintenance fitters to keep our machines working on a day to day basis and this can often involve working in difficult environments to get machines up and running in order to complete their tasks. A willingness to be hands on, proactive, self sufficient and flexible are essential attributes for this role.
• Such person will keep and furnish such records and reports relating to his/her duties as directed. He/she will operate such systems (including information technology) as are necessary to achieve maximum efficiency in the position. This will include the use of tablet/ phone based fleet management applications and computer based programs.
• Such person may be required to drive a van in the course of their duties.
• The post-holder will comply with requirements of Waterford City & County Council’s Corporate Safety Statement and the Machinery Yard Safety Statement, legislation/regulations as may be in force from time to time, including any such policies introduced by Waterford City & County Council.
• All new employees are expected to perform duties in accordance with established work practices of the County Council including those incorporated in agreement with the County Council and staff unions.
• The post-holder will operate any machinery, appliances, equipment and associated items as required including operating existing technology and any new technology that may be introduced in the future and be responsible for such items under his/her control.
• The post-holder will be required to undertake fitter duties both on and off site, including roadside breakdowns, as required;
• The post-holder will be required to implement and fully comply with the Safety Health and Welfare systems of Waterford City & County Council;
• The post-holder will be responsible for the safekeeping of all equipment in use during the course of their duty

• The post-holder will be required to inspect vehicles and plant, and related equipment, determine and carry out necessary maintenance work on vehicles and plant, including, welding, body repair and use of diagnostics equipment;

The post-holder must carefully maintain records, on all maintenance and repair work performed, and fully adhere to any management system that is in place by Waterford City & County Council;

• The post-holder must attend at training courses as appropriate;
• The council may employ apprentices in the Machinery Yard. The apprentice may be assigned to any of the fitters/ mechanics in the workshop. Apprentices are employed in a structured training program and an important part of this is learning from experienced staff. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate repairs, mentor and supervise any apprentice or junior member of staff assigned to him/her.

Qualifications:

Experience

CHARACTER

Each candidate must be of good character.

HEALTH

Each candidate must be in good health and not suffering from any illness that would render him/her unsuitable or unable to hold the position

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, ETC:

Candidates shall on the latest date for receipt of completed Application Forms for the post:

a)   Have completed and passed all phases of a recognised apprenticeship in Diesel Mechanics or Construction Plant Fitter and possess documentary evidence in support of this such as a National Craft Certificate, QQI Certificate or equivalent. The successful candidate also will be required to undergo a Practical Test.

b)   Possess a standard of education sufficient to enable him/her to keep with efficiency the books and records necessary for maintenance record keeping.

c)   Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently under challenging time constraints.

d)   Possess adequate training and at least 3 years’ experience as a Fitter /Mechanic to enable the appointee to discharge efficiently the duties of employment.

e)   HCV experience is essential including knowledge and experience in RSA requirements for maintaining, diagnosing and repairing of HCV and LCV’s for CVRT and vehicle maintenance and repair.

f)    Have experience in the repair and maintenance of a wide range of vehicles including but not limited to

·       Heavy and light plant.

·       HCV and LCV vehicles.

·       Diesel and petrol engines.

g)   Have experience and a good working knowledge of modern vehicle systems including but not limited to

·       Auto electrics, electronics and CAN bus systems.

·       Adblue, EGR and other emissions systems.

·       On board and third-party diagnostics.

·       Hydraulics and pneumatics.

h)   Be conversant with and have some experience in welding techniques such as MIG, ARC, brazing and soldering.

i)    Be a competent driver and hold a current full Driving Licence in Category B without endorsement

j)    Have manual handling training

k)   Hold a current Safe Pass Card

(If you have not successfully completed a Manual Handling Course and Safe Pass Course, evidence of applying for same will have to be included with their application before the closing date)

l)     Have a satisfactory knowledge of Health & Safety responsibilities.

Note : Please submit documentation of any relevant training or experience.

Each Candidate must furnish any relevant Certificates as to his/her training or qualifications, together with copies of Safe Pass Card and Driving Licence.

Applicants may be shortlisted using the information provided on their Application Form.

Salary:

Current Salary Scale: €796.52 - €917.38 (per week).

The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. The employee shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than his/her inclusive salary) payable to or received by him/her by virtue of his/her employment or in respect of services which he/she is required by or under any enactment to perform.

Entry point of this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the by the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage. In accordance with Departmental Circular letter EL 02/2011, a person who is not a serving local authority employee on or after 1st January 2011, will enter the scale for the position at the minimum point (€796.52 per week).

Remuneration is paid fortnightly directly to the employee’s nominated bank account. The current wage pay cycle may be revised during the period of employment.

Remuneration is subject to all statutory deductions, e.g. P.A.Y.E. and

Increments are paid annually subject to satisfactory attendance, conduct and performance and national agreements. Increments may be withheld if performance, attendance and/or conduct are not satisfactory.

Under the Public Service Stability Agreement 2013, the working hours for newly appointed/promoted staff are 39 hours per week. All posts will be offered on the basis of the candidate working whole time

Probation:

Where a person who is not already a permanent employee of Waterford City & County Council is appointed, the following provisions shall apply:-

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

(b)        such period shall be one year but the Chief Executive may, at his or her discretion extend such a period;

(c)         such a person shall cease to hold 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.

Superannuation:

Superannuation contributions will be deducted in accordance with the relevant scheme.

Retirement Age

There is no mandatory retirement age for new entrants to the public service as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004.

Anyone who is not a new entrant to the public service, as defined in the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004, is subject to a compulsory retirement age of 70 years or as determined in accordance with Department Circulars and in line with Government Policy.

The maximum retirement age for new entrants as defined by the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012 is 70 years.

The Council may refer staff to a medical advisor at any time to determine fitness for carrying out the duties to which they have been assigned.

Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER)

It is a condition of the Incentivised Scheme for Early Retirement (ISER) as set out in Department of Finance Circular 12/09 that retirees, under that Scheme, are debarred from applying for another position in the same employment or the same sector. Therefore, such retirees may not apply for this position.

Hours of Work:The normal working hours are 39 hours per week. In addition, the Machinery Yard Fitter Mechanic shall be available for overtime duties outside these hours as and when required. Overtime payment at the normal rate shall be made in such cases. All hours worked are subject to and recorded in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997, and the Organisation of Working Time Regulations, 2001. Waterford City & County Council requires employees to record their hours using the CORE/TDS Clocking system.Annual Leave:

The annual leave entitlement for the grade is 24 days per annum.

The Chief Executive of Waterford City & County Council retains autonomy with regard to office closures, (e.g. Christmas Office Closure); any days arising from such closure will be reserved from the employee’s annual leave entitlement. Proposed office closure days will be reviewed and advised to all employees each year.

Residence:

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

Drivers Licence:

Waterford City & County Council employees may on occasion be required to use their car on official business. In such situations the employee must hold a current clean driver’s licence and have available adequate means of transport.

It is the responsibility of the employee to arrange the appropriate car insurance for business use and to indemnify Waterford City & County Council with the indemnity specified on the insurance certificate under the heading “Persons or classes of person who are covered”. Documentation to confirm the appropriate insurance cover will be required to be supplied to the Council on an annual basis.

Code of Conduct/Organisational Policies:

Employees are to be required to adhere to all current and future Waterford City & County Council codes of practice including Code of Conduct of Employees and all current and future organisational policies including, but not limited to Health and Safety, Communications, Data Protection, Equality, Staff Mobility, Attendance Management and Use of Electronic Equipment. A full list of relevant policies is contained on the council Intranet.

Training:

Employees are required to attend and participate fully in training programmes as may be decided by the Council from time to time and to apply their learning in the course of their daily working activities.

Location of assignment/appointment:

Waterford City & County Council reserves the right to assign the successful candidate to any premises in use by the Council, now or in the future.

The person appointed will be required to report to their place of work by their own means of transport and at their own expense.

Commencement:

Waterford City & County Council shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month(subject to notice requirements) and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such other longer period as the Council in its absolute discretion may determine, Waterford City & County Council shall not appoint them.

Reporting Arrangements:

Machinery Yard Fitter Mechanic will report directly to the appropriate supervisor in the Section or to any other employee of Waterford City & County Council as the Chief Executive, Director of Services or other appropriate employee may designate for this purpose

A system of regular appraisal (PMDS) will be operated during employment, which will involve discussions between the employee and the line manager regarding performance and conduct.

Health & Safety:

Waterford City & County Council as an Employer is obliged to ensure, as far as it is reasonably practicable the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work of all of its employees. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, the County Council has a legal duty to exercise all due care and take all protective and preventative measures to protect the Safety, Health and Welfare of its employees.

All employees also have a legal obligation under Safety and Health legislation to co-operate with management and not engage in any improper conduct or behaviour or do anything, which would place themselves or others at risk.

Employees must not be under the influence of an intoxicant at the place of work. Employees must comply with all Safety and Health rules and regulations and attend all required Safety and Health Training.

Waterford City & County Council operates under OHSAS 18001 accreditation and will be seeking to adopt ISO 45001 in due course. All employees are required to cooperate with the implementation of any and all measures necessary to achieve same