Fleet Services Operator

2 weeks ago


Gateshead, Gateshead, United Kingdom Gateshead Council Full time

Fleet Services Operator, Grade D
Do you want a role where you're recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Do you want to work with us in helping to create spaces that are great to work and/or live in? If so, please keep reading as you're just what we're looking for


We've got an exciting opportunity for a Fleet Services Operator to join our Fleet Services team based at Park Road Depot.

Fleet Services currently maintain and operate more than 500 fleet vehicles and plant equipment including refuse collection vehicles, gritters, tractors, vans, and minibuses.

We also operate a busy MOT bay for both council and private vehicles (taxis).

About the role.

A bit about Gateshead Council


We're truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service.

We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.


What's in it for you? Well, there's so much on offer and here's just a few of the highlights

  • You'll be paid a competitive salary of £21,968 to £22,369, plus additional allowances where relevant.
  • We'll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension of approximately 18.9% per year.
  • You'll get a generous annual leave package of 28 days annual leave for new employees, rising to 32 days after 5 years continuous local government service.
  • You'll have access to great health and wellbeing support, including discounted membership to GO Gateshead Leisure Services and ability to use our cycle to work scheme.
  • We'll give you the chance to take advantage of various offers and discounts on shopping and household spend, including O2, Virgin Media and Dell

You must have

  • Knowledge of the local Gateshead area
  • A flexible approach to work with good attention to detail
  • Excellent organisational skills
  • A full UK driving licence with a category entitlement C1 (HGV up to 7.5 tonne), including driver CPC

It's time to apply
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