Fleet Assistant

Royal Mail Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fleet Workshop Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional and electric models. As part of a committed team, you will engage in various tasks such as tyre maintenance, basic repairs, and general upkeep of vehicles. With comprehensive training provided, you will have the chance to develop your skills and potentially achieve qualifications in compliance testing. Join this forward-thinking company and enjoy a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, and exclusive discounts.

Benefits

22.5 days annual holiday

Company matched pension scheme

Training and development plan

PPE and image clothing provided

Exclusive discounts on shopping and travel

Qualifications

• Experience in manual working and using tools for various tasks.
• Ability to perform tyre maintenance and basic vehicle repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform tyre maintenance, basic repairs, and general vehicle upkeep.
• Assist vehicle technicians and complete MOT presentations.

Skills

Manual working

Tyre maintenance

Basic repairs

Forklift Truck operation

Attention to detail

Education

Full UK driving license

HGV license class 1

Tools

Hand tools

Forklift Truck

Job description

Job reference: 321465

Location: F&MS SC Bristol Workshop

Job type: Permanent contract

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.

Working Hours: Full time 5 over 7 days - 39.50 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 09:00 - 17:24, week 2: 09:00 - 17:24 and week 3: 12:36 - 21:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off).

What's in it for you?

Salary: £30,162 per annum plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 12:36 - 21:00 shift.
Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£40 per shift) is applicable.
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 Fleet Workshop Assistant.

You'll perform a range of tasks including tyre maintenance (re-grooving, fitting, inflation, balancing & puncture repairs).
You'll complete basic repairs such as replacement of light bulbs, mirrors, doors and wiper blades.
You'll be responsible for general maintenance tasks such as fluid top ups, pressure washing vehicles, loading and unloading of test weights etc.
You'll perform minor body repairs, assisting vehicle technicians, and complete MOT vehicle presentations.
You'll be required to load and unload via a Forklift Truck (FLT), a licence is preferred but not essential.

A bit about you

Whilst full training will be provided, successful candidates should have previous experience of manual working, using both their hands and tools to complete tasks with a logical approach. There is the opportunity to achieve accreditation/qualification for compliance testing as part of your development.

Valid UK driving license: You hold a full manual UK driving license, preferably an HGV license class 1, as you'll ferry vehicles to and from customer premises.
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.