Fleet Maintenance Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

ZipRecruiter; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their team in Gillingham. This exciting role offers the chance to work on a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including electric and traditional fuel options. As a key member of the workshop, you will perform a range of maintenance and repair tasks, utilizing both your personal toolkit and state-of-the-art equipment. With a commitment to sustainability and a supportive work environment, this position not only promises stability but also opportunities for career development and personal growth. If you are a qualified mechanic looking for a rewarding challenge, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company matched pension scheme

22.5 days annual holiday

Training and development plan

PPE and image clothing supplied

Exclusive discounts on shopping and travel

Weekend supplement for Saturday shifts

Qualifications

• Qualified to IMI Level 3 with experience in vehicle maintenance.
• Proven experience working on a variety of vehicles, including LCVs and HGVs.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on vehicles and trailers.
• Use personal toolkit and access shared equipment for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostics

Mechanical Repair

Team Collaboration

Flexibility

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle

Tools

Personal Toolkit

Specialist Tooling

Job description

Job Title: Vehicle Technician

Date: 16 Jan 2025

Location: Gillingham (ME), GB, ME8 0PZ

Company: Royal Mail Group

Job Reference: 321813

Location: Gillingham Workshop

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 3 qualified mechanic at Gillingham Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £45k including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time - 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 (with a weekday day off).

What’s in it for you?

1. Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:36 - 22:00 shift.
2. Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) is applicable.
3. 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
4. An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
5. The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
6. PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
7. Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
8. 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 3 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 an HGV licence with trailer experience.

• 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 on this fantastic opportunity.

Trust is the foundation of everything we do at Royal Mail. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and build 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. This ensures you can present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.

Royal Mail takes pride in our diverse employee network groups, which actively promote belonging and foster a positive work environment. Our unwavering commitment means that we’re passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

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