Fleet Assistant

Royal Mail; Coventry; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Coventry is seeking a Fleet Workshop Assistant to maintain a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric models. The role requires a valid UK driving licence and high working standards. This full-time position offers competitive salary, benefits like pension scheme and training opportunities, and involves rotating shifts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

22.5 days annual holiday

PPE and image clothing supplied

Exclusive shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Full manual UK driving licence, preferably HGV licence class 1.
• Ability to work effectively and take pride in your work.
• Flexible with a logical approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform tyre maintenance tasks including re‑grooving and repairs.
• Complete basic repairs like replacing light bulbs and mirrors.
• Assist with general maintenance and minor body repairs.
• Load and unload vehicles using a Forklift Truck.

Skills

Valid UK driving licence

High working standards

Flexible to service demands

Manual working experience

Tools

Forklift Truck (FLT)

Job description

Overview

Royal Mail is something special, a well‑loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job Details

Job reference: 327609
Location: Fleet & Maintenance Service Centre Coventry Hub, Coventry, CV3 4PF Workshop
Job type: Permanent contract

Working Hours

Full time 5 over 7 days
- 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00-14:24, week 2: 13:36-22:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays/Sundays (with a weekday day off).

Benefits

• Salary: £31,429 per annum.
• Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£41.68 per shift) and/or Sunday (£83.36 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.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform a range of tasks including tyre maintenance (re‑grooving, fitting, inflation, balancing & puncture repairs).
• Complete basic repairs such as replacement of light bulbs, mirrors, doors and wiper blades.
• Responsible for general maintenance tasks such as fluid top‑ups, pressure washing vehicles, loading and unloading of test weights etc.
• Perform minor body repairs, assisting vehicle technicians, and complete MOT vehicle presentations.
• Load and unload via a Forklift Truck (FLT); a licence is preferred but not essential.

Qualifications & Experience

• Valid UK driving licence; full manual UK driving licence, preferably HGV licence class 1, as you’ll ferry vehicles to and from customer premises.
• High working standards: take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
• Flexible to service demands: able to work on a flexible shift rota. Willing to support your team where necessary.
• Previous experience of manual working, using both hands and tools to complete tasks with a logical approach. Training will be provided.
• Opportunity to achieve accreditation/qualification for compliance testing as part of development.

How to Apply

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Commitment to Inclusion

We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and build trust from the start of your journey with us. We value trust and our people.

Adjustments & Diversity

If you require any adjustments during the application and hiring process, please share the details in your application. We welcome applications from ex‑Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.