Automotive Service Mechanic (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a qualified Automotive Service Mechanic to join their Guildford workshop. The role entails performing inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a diverse fleet of vehicles, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, overtime pay, and career development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have an IMI Level 2 qualification and varied vehicle experience, along with a valid UK driving licence.

Benefits

Overtime pay at 1.25 x hourly rate

22.5 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Company matched pension scheme

PPE and image clothing supplied

Exclusive discounts on shopping and travel

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanic with IMI Level 2 or equivalent.
• Proven Vehicle Technician experience on a range of vehicles.
• Valid full manual UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures.
• Use personal toolkit and access specialist tooling.
• Work on a variety of makes and models in a commercial vehicle workshop.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostics

Repairs

Education

IMI Level 2 in Light or Heavy vehicles

Tools

Personal Toolkit

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Client:

Royal Mail Group

Location:

guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Job reference: 325651

Location: GuildfordWorkshop

Are you looking for stability and variety in your next move? Join the largest, and greenest, fleet operator in the UK and take on a new challenge in a commercial vehicle workshop environment.

We’re recruiting an IMI Level 2 qualified mechanic at GuildfordWorkshop on a Permanent contract.

Overtime is paid at 1.25 x the hourly rate.

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1 & 2: 06:00 - 14:30, and week 3: 10:30 - 19:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)

What’s in it for you?

•Salary: £34,000
•Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£40 per shift)
•22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
•An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
•The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
•PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
•Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
•The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.

A bit about the role

With a Fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs and HGVs, maintaining our vehicles is a true team effort. We’re investing in modernising our fleet, giving you the opportunity to work on a variety of makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

• You’ll perform a full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• You’ll use your own personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair light / heavy goods vehicles.
• You’ll also have access to specialist tooling and shared equipment in our modern, fully equipped workshops.

A bit about you

• Qualified mechanic: you’re fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 2 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). You’ve got your own toolkit for standard repairs.
• Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles, for example LCV / HGV.
• Valid UK driving licence: You hold a full manual UK driving licence, preferably Class 2
• High working standards: you take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
• Flexible to service demands: you’re able to work on a flexible shift rota. You’re always willing to support your team where necessary.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to make sure you don’t miss out of this fantastic opportunity.

Trust is the foundation of Royal Mail. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and what a career with us entails, building trust from the start of your journey with us. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we’ll provide your interview questions in advance, so you can have your best examples ready. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.

Royal Mail Group is committed to inclusion and representing the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals. As a proud Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant, we especially encourage applications from the Armed Forces community, including cadet instructors and spouses/partners.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to support you during the hiring process, please discuss these with your recruiter when contacted.

For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please click here: https://www.internationaldistributionsservices.com/en/about-us/