Workshop Technician - DGA13571


Company:	Dumfries and Galloway Council
Salary:	£33,621 - £35,853
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Dumfries, DG2 8PN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Job Description

Vehicle & Plant Technician / Mechanic (19/1267)

Dumfries

£33,621 - £35,853

Vehicle &; Plant Mechanic

Location: Garroch Workshop, Cargen Tower, Garroch Business Park, Dumfries, DG2 8PN

Hours: 36 hours per week, with optional overtime

Pay: Time and a half for regular overtime, double time for unsociable hours

Join Our Team

Dumfries and Galloway Council is seeking a skilled Vehicle & Plant Mechanic to support its vehicle maintenance operations at our Garroch workshop in Dumfries. You'll be part of a professional, well-organised team working in a modern, fully equipped facility.

What We Offer

35 days of annual leave (rising to 40 days after 5 years of service)

Local Government Pension Scheme

Personal Training Plan tailored to your development

IRTEC accreditation in HGV and PSV maintenance

All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniform provided

Specialist tools supplied

Overalls laundered and maintained

Career progression opportunities within our Transport structure

Your Role You’ll be responsible for maintaining the Council’s wide-ranging fleet, which includes:

Small plant equipment

Trailers

HGVs and buses

Minibuses, vans, and cars

Specialist vehicles used in front-line operations

Tasks will include scheduled servicing, preventative maintenance, test preparation, and repairs in line with Transport and Health & Safety legislation. There is also potential to train as a Class IV, V, and VII MOT tester.

Additional Requirements

Flexibility to support overtime and participate in a standby rota as needed

Full driving licence is essential

LGV/PSV licence is desirable

With an exciting benefits package, working for Dumfries and Galloway Council supports you to invest in your own health and wellbeing. Employees have access to our bespoke Vivup platform with over 800 discounts on everyday essentials from top UK retailers, restaurants, utility providers and more. Employees also get access to membership of

The Local Government Pension Scheme (Scotland) exclusive discounts from local businesses, a Cycle-to-Work scheme, financial support from My Money Matters, and guidance from our trained Wellbeing Champions.

Here at Dumfries and Galloway Council we are committed to equality, diversity and equal opportunity with our values, which include treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, driving us to tackle inequality. We are looking for people that can bring different perspectives and experiences and especially welcome applications from those who are underrepresented in our organisation.

For further information please contact: Jason Currie (07899 794180)

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