Heavy Vehicle Technician

Royal Mail; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading postal service provider in Carlisle is seeking a Vehicle Technician to join their team. You will perform a full range of maintenance and repairs on various vehicles in a modern workshop. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Heavy Vehicle and experience across different vehicle types. This role offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Salary of £38,114 per annum

Weekend shift supplement of £50 per Saturday shift

22.5 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Career development opportunities

PPE and work clothing provided

Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and leisure

Qualifications

• Fully qualified to an advanced level with own toolkit for standard repairs.
• Proven experience working on a range of vehicles.
• Full manual UK driving licence is required.
• Pride in work and commitment to job effectiveness.
• Ability to work on a flexible shift rota.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair procedures on vehicles.
• Use personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs.
• Access specialist tooling in fully equipped workshops.

Skills

Qualified mechanic

Varied vehicle experience

Valid UK driving licence

High working standards

Flexibility to service demands

Education

IMI Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle or equivalent

Job description

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.

Responsibilities:

1. Perform a full range of inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair procedures on vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
2. Use your personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repairs on light/heavy goods vehicles.
3. Access specialist tooling and shared equipment in our modern, fully equipped workshops.

About You:

• Qualified mechanic: Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Heavy Vehicle or equivalent). Own toolkit for standard repairs.
• Varied vehicle experience: Proven experience working on a range of vehicles.
• Valid UK driving licence: Full manual UK driving licence.
• High working standards: Pride in your work and commitment to job effectiveness.
• Flexible to service demands: Able to work on a flexible shift rota and support your team as needed.

Royal Mail values trust and transparency. We provide interview questions in advance to help you prepare and showcase your best examples. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting ex-Armed Forces personnel and their families.

Working Hours:

Full time, 39.5 hours per week, rotating shifts (Week 1: 06:30-14:54, Week 2: 08:36-17:00). One in three Saturdays (6:00-14:24) with a weekday off.

Benefits:

• Salary: £38,114 per annum.
• Weekend shift supplement: £50 per Saturday shift.
• 22.5 days annual leave + bank holidays, with options to purchase more.
• Company pension scheme and financial benefits.
• Career development opportunities with tailored training plans.
• PPE and work clothing provided.
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and leisure.
• Work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.