HGV and LCV Technicians - Edinburgh Workshop

Royal Mail Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + shift allowance

Weekend supplement

Holiday entitlement + pension

Training & development plan

PPE provided

Job summary

Royal Mail Group in Edinburgh is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician to join the Edinburgh Workshop on a permanent basis. You will perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet including light and heavy vehicles, with access to modern workshop tooling.

You must hold an IMI Level 3 qualification, bring your own toolkit, and have a valid UK driving licence. The role offers a rotating shift pattern, weekend work, 39.5 hours per week and a base salary of about

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Light or Heavy vehicle (or equivalent).
• Own toolkit for standard repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs on a range of vehicles, trailers and mechanical equipment.
• Use own toolkit for routine maintenance and repair of light/heavy goods vehicles.
• Access specialist tooling and shared equipment in modern workshops.

Education

IMI Level 3 qualification (Light/Heavy vehicle)

Job description

Job reference: 342655

Location: EdinburghWorkshop

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 Edinburgh Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £70k including overtime.
Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern.
Working 5 over 7 days (week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: Day shift: 10:00 - 18:30 and week 3: 13:30 - 22:00).
Weekend working will be required on a rotational basis, one Saturday and one Sunday every 3 weeks. They can be split and worked separate weekends or, they can be worked back to back. (with a weekday day/s off).

What's in it for you?

• Salary: £40,906plus a shift allowance of £91 per week when working 13:30 - 22:00 shift.
• Weekend supplement on Saturday (£53.66 per shift) and/or Sunday (£107.33 per shift) per attendance.
• 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.

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 (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.