Light Vehicle Technician

John Lewis & Partners; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

John Lewis & Partners is hiring a Vehicle Technician to carry out scheduled repair and maintenance of the Waitrose E Commerce vehicle fleet and related branches at Magna Park (NDC). The role requires a hands-on, safety‑aware approach and adherence to best practice repair techniques.

You will support the on‑site transport department, possess City & Guilds levels 1–3 in vehicle technician work, a full UK manual driving licence, and a background in commercial vehicle repairs.

Qualifications

• City and Guilds Level 1–3 Vehicle technician qualifications demonstrated.
• Full UK manual driving licence held.
• Proven background in transport commercial vehicle repairs.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle legislation and roadworthiness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled repair and maintenance of the on-site E commerce light commercial fleet.
• Repair and maintain outlying commercial and light commercial vehicles.
• Provide technical support to the on-site transport department and branches.
• Ensure repairs are high quality and cost-effective with appropriate parts usage.

Skills

Background in transport commercial

Legislation knowledge

Education

City and Guilds Level 1-3 Vehicle technician

Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Tools

IRTEC

LGV C+E Licence

EV experience

Job description

About The Role

To carry out scheduled repair and maintenance of the Waitrose E Commerce Vehicle fleet and outlying branch vehicles, in a professional and competent manner. Providing technical support to the on site transport department and Local Waitrose and John Lewis branches.

About The Role

To carry out scheduled repair and maintenance of the Waitrose E Commerce Vehicle fleet and outlying branch vehicles, in a professional and competent manner. Providing technical support to the on site transport department and Local Waitrose and John Lewis branches.

At a glance

Salary: The salary offered for this role is up to £55,000, depending on skills and experience, plus overtime is readily available.

Working Hours: Full time role, 37.5 hours per week on a 2 week rota, plus working 1 in 2 Saturday mornings, at premium overtime rate.

• Week 1: Monday to Friday - 06:00-14:00
• Week 2: Monday to Friday - 13:30 - 21:30

Contract type: This is a permanent role

Location: Magna Park (NDC)

About The Role

• To carry out scheduled repair and maintenance of the on site E commerce light commercial fleet.
• To carry out repair and maintenance of outlying commercial and light commercial vehicles

for John Lewis and Waitrose branches and CDHs.

• You’ll be aware of best practices and current commercial vehicle repair techniques, to deliver high-quality repairs are carried out in a cost-effective manner and that the use of spare parts and consumables reflects the level of work carried out.

Why join us?

Our Vehicle Workshop is growing and you’ll be working with many experienced Partners. Our current technicians will ensure you have all the tools you need to succeed and excel in your role, giving you the opportunities to develop your knowledge and progress your career. You’ll also be around to support the development of our apprentices within the workshop. Allowing you to share your knowledge and experience for the growth of the team.

Working in our Vehicle workshop is a fun and welcoming environment. As a co-owned business, all of our Partners work together to ensure all goals are achieved and that everyone in the team is a part of that success.

Essential Experience/Qualifications required:

• City and Guilds Level 1,2 and 3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualifications
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence
• A proven background in transport commercial vehicle repairs
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle legislation and roadworthiness

Desirable Skills:

• IRTEC
• LGV C+E Driving Licence
• EV experience

About The Partnership

We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose.

We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world. As we look to our future, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us.

We’re ruthlessly focused on being brilliant at retail. We continue to innovate, adapt and diversify. Never Knowingly Undersold on price, quality and service in John Lewis and passionately serving food-lovers in Waitrose.

As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.

We all own making the Partnership somewhere we belong. Embracing our differences and creating an environment where we’re free to be ourselves and can THRIVE. Growing ourselves individually, and as a collective.

As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.

Important points to note:

It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process and we encourage you to complete any vetting documents quickly to avoid delays. Any DBS checks required will be carried out by a third‑party registered body and financial probity checks may also be required for some of our roles.

We occasionally close vacancies early in the event we receive a high volume of applications, and therefore, we recommend you apply early. If you require a reasonable adjustment due to a disability which means you may need longer to complete your application please contact us as soon as possible.

We want all of our Partners to have a good work-life balance and we support flexible working. This might mean flexible or compressed hours, job sharing or shorter hour contracts, where possible. Please discuss this further with the hiring manager during your interview.