Job reference REQ00000020474 Date posted 19/10/2026 Application closing date 13/11/2026 Location CARLISLE Salary £39,481 to £40,444 per annum Package Blank Contractual hours 37 Basis Full time Attachments Blank
Job description
Salary: £39,481 to £40,444 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Boustead Grassing, Carlisle
Contract: Permanent
About this opportunity
Cumberland Council is looking for a skilled and motivated Vehicle Workshop Mechanics to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a busy workshop environment, supporting a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine servicing, inspections, repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment
- Undertake diagnostic fault finding, accident repairs and vehicle modifications
- Respond to operational incidents, providing emergency repair support where required
- Support vehicle changeovers and ensure fleet availability
- Maintain accurate records and complete all required documentation
- Ensure all work meets Council, legal and manufacturer standards
- Maintain a clean, safe and compliant workshop environment
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, supporting best practice and service delivery
About You
You will be a qualified vehicle technician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) with experience in fleet or heavy vehicle maintenance. You will have strong diagnostic skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to health and safety and high-quality workmanship.
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.
Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
DBS Checks
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is:
Basic DBS check
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).
If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more .
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.
If you need any reasonable adjustments
to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk . While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
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Vehicle Workshop Mechanic - Fleet x 3 - CMB2726e in Carlisle employer: The Cumbria County Council
Westmorland and Furness Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises compassion and community. Employees benefit from flexible part-time hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for personal and professional growth within the residential care sector, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents in the picturesque setting of Kirkby Stephen.
Contact Details:
The Cumbria County Council Recruitment Team
