Mechanic (VRD)

Job Title

Mechanic (VRD)

Grade

BBU09

Salary Range (£ pro rata for part time roles)

BBU09 35,412 – 38,220

Contract Type

Full time permanent

Contract Hours

37

Job Advert

We currently have a vacancy for a qualified HGV mechanic based at our Brunel Road Depot.

The role involves routine maintenance and repair of the Councils fleet of vehicles and equipment. This covers a broad spectrum of equipment ranging from Handheld tools through to HGV\’s.

The position is for day shift, 07:00 to 16:45, Monday to Friday with a rolling day off during the week.

Allowance: Market rate supplement £5,000 per annum (subject to review)

How to Apply

When you are ready to apply, click on ‘Apply for Vacancy’; you will be asked to upload a CV and answer some application questions. The application questions require a yes/no response. Please make sure your CV shows how you meet the requirements for the role you are applying for, the job profile below will show the essential selection criteria. An optional CV template is provided below.

Closing Date

29th March 2026

Interview Date(s)

W/C 13th April 2026

Please note:

Bedford Borough Council will not normally re‑employ ex‑employees in receipt of:

• a severance payment (within 12 months of leaving)
• a local government pension (applies to Senior Officers only) unless the appointment is business critical

For further information, please email recruitment.team@bedford.gov.uk

Bedford Borough Council is proud to be a member of the Armed Forces Covenant and the Care Leavers Covenant, we pledge to interview any eligible job applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job they are applying for. Bedford Borough Council is also a Level 2 Disability Confident employer and guarantees to interview anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the role they are applying for.

Bedford Borough Council is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Additional Vacancy Information

Allowance (pro rata for part time roles)

Market Rate Supplement £5,000 per annum (subject to review)

Work Pattern

Days

Is this an enhanced DBS role?

No

Is this a politically restricted role?

No

Is this a customer facing role which requires a fluent English Speaker?

No

Vacancy Location

Location

Bedfordshire

Brunel Road Depot

Is this a designated car user position?

No