IMI Level 3 Heavy Vehicle Technician - Various Shifts

Royal Mail; Coventry; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading delivery service provider in Coventry is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician to maintain a diverse fleet. You will perform a full range of inspections and repairs on vehicles and trailers in a fully equipped workshop. Ideal candidates will have advanced qualifications (IMI Level 3 or equivalent), experience on LCV/HGV vehicles, and a valid UK driving licence. Full-time hours with a rotating shift pattern and an attractive compensation package including a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

22.5 days annual holiday, plus bank holidays

Company-matched pension scheme

Customised training and development plan

PPE and image clothing supplied

Exclusive shopping discounts

Potential welcome bonus of £1,500

Qualifications

• Fully qualified mechanic with advanced automotive qualifications.
• Experience with a wide range of vehicles, particularly LCV/HGV.
• Full manual UK driving licence, preferably with HGV trailer experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Use personal toolkit for routine maintenance on light/heavy goods vehicles.
• Access to specialist tooling and equipment in modern workshops.

Skills

Qualified mechanic

Vehicle Technician experience

Valid UK driving licence

High working standards

Flexible to service demands

Education

IMI Level 3 in Heavy vehicle or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Royal Mail is something special, a well‑loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job Details

Job reference: 327358
Location: Coventry Workshop

Working Hours

Full time, 39.5 hours per week.

• Rotating 3‑week shift pattern: example rotation—week 1: working between 06:00‑14:30 Tuesday, Saturday; week 2: working between 13:00‑21:30 Monday to Friday; week 3: working between 06:00‑14:30 Sunday to Thursday.
• Permanent night shift available Monday to Friday.
• Weekend working also required on a rotational basis.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: £39,715 per annum plus a shift allowance of £87.58 per week when working the 13:00‑21:30 shift or £131.38 weekly shift allowance for the Night Shift. Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£52.10 per shift) and Sunday (£104.20 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.

Role Summary

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

• 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.

Qualifications

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

How to Apply

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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 you your interview questions in advance. This ensures you can present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.