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Head of the heavy and light vehicle and small equipment mechanics workshop

Ville de Fort-de-France · Local government

En français : Chef·fe de l'atelier mécanique lourds et légers, petits engins

This job in plain words

The job is to organise, coordinate and check the maintenance and repair of heavy vehicles, light vehicles and small equipment in Fort-de-France. The person manages a team of mechanics and makes sure the work is good quality, on time and safe.

Open to non-civil servants

Can you apply?

Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff can apply. A person who has not passed a civil service exam can be hired directly, because the entry grade is category C.

Category
Category C (staff)
Diploma
Vocational certificate (CAP, BEP) · CAP or BEP in automotive mechanics, vehicle maintenance or equipment maintenance
Experience
Beginners accepted
Contract
Civil servants (titulaires) and contract staff. Contract of 3 years maximum, renewable up to a total of 6 years.

The profile they want:

  • CAP or BEP in automotive mechanics or maintenance.
  • In-depth knowledge of light and heavy vehicle mechanics.
  • Diagnose faults and decide the repairs needed.
  • Manage, assign tasks to and motivate a team of mechanics.
  • Check repair quality and compliance with safety rules.
  • Manage priorities, emergencies, and follow-up of stock and suppliers.

What you would do

  • Organise the management of heavy, light and small equipment mechanical work.
  • Plan the work schedule for the workshops under her or his responsibility.
  • Supervise diagnoses of light vehicles, trucks and equipment.
  • Propose repairs to reduce costs and vehicle downtime.
  • Order, check and receive new and used parts.
  • Supervise outside services, including their follow-up and checks.

How to apply

Send your cover letter and CV by email or by post to the Ville de Fort-de-France, stating the exact job title. You can also apply on the employer's website.

Documents to send:

  • Cover letter
  • CV

Good to know:

  • Management role leading a team of mechanics.
  • Remote work is not possible.
  • Category C (employee).
  • Position vacant from 18/11/2026.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official offer. Only the offer published on Choisir le Service Public counts: read it before you apply. Source: Choisir le Service Public (DGAFP), Etalab 2.0 licence.

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