Mechanic

The Mechanic 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 a roster to cover breakdowns during Winter Maintenance season. 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:

• Carry out repair, maintenance and complete overhaul of all types of heavy duty diesel or alternative fuel, electric and petrol vehicles and equipment. This shall include trucks, pickups, vans, excavators, tractors, loading shovel or telehandlers, trailers, belonging to Monaghan County Council both in the Council workshop and on sites throughout the County;

• Inspect vehicles and plant, and related equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary overhaul or repair;

• Perform preventative maintenance work on vehicles and plant;

• Diagnose, repair and maintain hydraulic systems;

• Fabricate and weld to repair equipment as necessary;

• Perform vehicle body work and collision repair;

• Operate vehicles and equipment to aid in diagnostics, pick up and deliver vehicles and parts;

• Inventory, order and control tools, supplies and materials for the workshop, research, compare, and locate parts, equipment and vehicles;

• Perform general overhaul and repair work at off site locations and at the Council Workshop on petrol, diesel or alternative fuel and electric powered engines such as, but not limited to:

Trucks

Vans

Jeeps

Rollers

Semi Trailers

Tractors

Tar Tankers and Sprayers

Velocity Patchers

Loading Shovels

Graders

Manual Patchers

Teleporters

Chip Spreaders

Salt Spreaders

Lawnmowers

Road marking plant

Brine Saturation Stations

Other mechanical and equipment

Winter maintenance plant

Equipment and equipment

• Inspect, adjust and replace necessary units and related parts including valves, hoses, belts and alternators;

• Repair cooling, fuel, electrical and exhaust systems, tune engines using standard testing equipment;

• Clean and maintain the workshop area and equipment;

• Carefully maintain records, including electronic records, on all maintenance and repair work performed, track service dates, and warranties for all vehicles;

• Be available for out of hours emergencies;

• Keep records of jobs and materials used as required for costing purposes and furnish such records and reports as directed by the supervisor;

• Be responsible for custody of materials, tools and equipment in their care;

• Operate such systems, including information technology, if necessary to achieve maximum efficiency in the position;

• The driving of appropriate Council vehicles;

• Carry out building maintenance as required;

• Comply with requirements of Monaghan County Council Corporate Safety Statement, the Department Safety Statement and all legislation and regulations as may be in force from time to time, including any such policies introduced by Monaghan County Council;

• 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 their control;

• Undergo training at assigned destinations in relation to new systems, processes, devices and equipment and utilise such systems, processes, devices and equipment in the course of work;

• Ensure that the statutory Health and Safety requirements and Monaghan County Council procedures are complied with in the machinery yard workshop and other work areas;

• Support and participate in the establishment and maintenance of improved standards and quality initiatives;

• Complete such risk assessments and risk assessment reports as are required for compliance with the Council Safety, Health, and Welfare Management System;

• Co operate with the familiarisation or instruction of other employees where appropriate;

• Manage and maintain resources effectively and efficiently;

• Be available for the Winter Maintenance Roster;

• Carry out such other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

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 Health and Safety Management System. Working in a safe manner, in full compliance with the relevant safety legislation and construction regulations, will be the primary responsibility of the Machinery Yard Supervisor.

These duties are indicative rather than exhaustive and outline the main functions and responsibilities of the post of the Mechanic 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

Character

Candidates shall be of good character.

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.

Citizenship

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

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

(b) A citizen of the United Kingdom; or

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

(d) A non European Economic Area citizen who is a spouse or child of an European Economic Area or United Kingdom 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 European Economic Area citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an European Economic Area member state or the United Kingdom or Switzerland and has a Stamp 4 visa.

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 Mechanic or Construction Plant Fitter and have served a recognised apprenticeship and obtained a minimum QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate Craft or equivalent. Candidates must supply documentary evidence in support of this to the satisfaction of the Local Authority;

• Have a minimum 4 years post apprenticeship experience from working in a recognised garage, with experience of service and repair of commercial or construction vehicles including diagnostics and wiring, electrical systems repair, overhaul of electric, petrol and diesel or alternative fuel engines, pumps and compressors, lightweight 2 and 4 stroke power plants, etc;

• Be proficient in welding and fabrication techniques;

• Hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union Model Driving License;

• Hold a current Safe Pass Card;

• Have a satisfactory knowledge of Health and Safety responsibilities.

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 a broad range of engineering plant and equipment including Heavy Goods Vehicle or Light Commercial Vehicle diesel or alternative fuel engine vehicles, road construction or maintenance equipment and loaders, diesel or alternative fuel, electric and petrol engines;

• 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 European Union Model Driving License;

• Have a good knowledge and understanding of the importance of health and safety legislation and requirements;

• Have capacity to engage with others to deliver successful outcomes;

• Have good communications and interpersonal skills.

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;

• Have the ability to plan and manage workloads;

• Have the ability to work on own initiative.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

Applicants called for interview will be required to demonstrate the following competencies.

Communications and Teamwork

• Take pride in the quality of service delivered and seeks to improve it;

• Relate well to others and maintains positive working relationships;

• Have effective written and verbal skills;

• Ability to articulate;

• Work as part of a team to ensure delivery of plans and schedules;

• Have a strong team ethic of co operation, mutual support and flexibility to meet evolving service needs.

Knowledge and Experience in Mechanics

• Can demonstrate relevant work experience in a similar work environment;

• Can demonstrate a high level of technical knowledge;

• Can demonstrate a range of vehicles previously worked on.

Delivering Results

• Takes responsibility for delivering quality work in a timely manner;

• Assesses and prioritises workloads;

• Flexibility in approach to work;

• Uses initiative and is self motivated when required;

• Adapts quickly to change and new ways of doing things;

• Have good problem solving skills.

Personal Effectiveness

• Be open to taking on new challenges or responsibilities;

• Be positively motivated to deliver a quality service;

• Adopt a positive and constructive approach to work;

• Have strong attention to detail;

• Manage time and workload effectively;

• Keep up to date with the latest developments on vehicles and maintenance.

PRINCIPAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The Competition

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 Mechanic shall be filled. The position or positions shall be whole time, permanent or temporary and pensionable.

The post holder shall not engage in any gainful occupation, other than as an employee of a 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 or 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 8.00 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday, and 8.00 am to 3.30 pm on Friday, with a 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 call outs outside of normal working hours at the request of his or 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 or she is appointed, to undergo a medical examination by a qualified medical practitioner to be nominated by the local authority.

Garda Vetting and Child Protection

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

Residence

The successful candidate or candidates 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 Licence

The holder of the post shall hold a current full clean driving licence in respect of category C vehicles or equivalent in the European Union 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 or 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 or 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.