Heavy Vehicle Technician

Royal Mail Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading postal service provider in Preston seeks a qualified Heavy Mechanic for a permanent position at its workshop. You'll perform a range of maintenance and repairs on various vehicles. The position offers a salary of up to £70k per annum, plus benefits like a welcome bonus, annual leave, and training opportunities. Applicants must have IMI Level 3 qualifications and valid driving licenses, along with experience in vehicle maintenance. Flexibility in working hours is essential.

Benefits

Up to £70k compensation including overtime

Welcome bonus of £1,500

Annual leave rising with service

Company matched pension scheme

Discounts on shopping and travel

Qualifications

• Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Heavy vehicle maintenance or equivalent).
• Proven Technician experience working on a range of vehicles.
• Holds a full manual UK driving licence, preferably with HGV experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a range of vehicles.
• Use own toolkit and access specialist tools for maintenance and repairs.
• Work as part of a team to maintain a diverse fleet.

Skills

IMI Level 3 in Heavy vehicle maintenance

Varied vehicle experience

Valid UK driving licence

High working standards

Flexibility to service demands

Job description

Overview

Job reference: 329825

Location: PrestonWorkshop

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 Heavy mechanic at Preston Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £70k per annum including overtime (shift depending).

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 6:00 - 14:30, and week 3: 13:00 - 21:30. You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays and Sundays (with two days off in the week).

We also have a permanent Night Shift Available.

What's in it for you?

Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:00 - 21:30 shift. The Night shift attracts a weekly shift allowance of £126.06. Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) /or Sunday (£100 per shift) is 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 made in instalments and 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 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 Heavy vehicle maintenance 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.
• 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.

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