Heavy Vehicle Technician

Royal mail; Coventry; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK fleet operator is recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic for their Coventry Workshop. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of £39,715 per annum with potential earnings over £70,000 including overtime. Responsibilities include performing inspections, diagnostics, and maintenance on various vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a proven background in vehicle mechanics and possess a valid UK driving license. Benefits include a welcome bonus, ample holiday, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary of £39,715 per annum

£1,500 welcome bonus

22.5 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Company matched pension scheme

PPE and image clothing provided

Exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, and more

Qualifications

• IMI Level 3 qualification in Heavy vehicles or equivalent is essential.
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician working on various vehicles.
• Possession of a valid UK driving license, HGV license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Use personal toolkit and available specialist tools for repairs.
• Work collaboratively in a team-focused environment.

Skills

Qualified mechanic

Varied vehicle experience

Valid UK driving license

Flexible to service demands

Education

IMI Level 3 in Heavy vehicle or equivalent

Tools

Personal toolkit for repairs

Job description

Job reference: 333304

Location : Coventry 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 CoventryWorkshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £70,000 per annum including overtime.

Working Hours

Full time - 39.5 hours per week. Flexible Start times available between 06 : 00 and 08 : 00, Monday to Friday, working 8h 24m per day. Saturday working will be required on a rotational basis.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary : £39,715 per annum. £52.10 Saturday attendance allowance applicable.
• You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*
• 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.
• Payments are subject to terms and conditions.

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 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 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 license : You hold a full manual UK driving licence, preferably an HGV licence with trailer experience for Heavy technicians.
• 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.

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