Mobile Vehicle Technician

John Lewis Partnership; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employee-owned retail group is seeking a Vehicle Technician in Bracknell to carry out mobile repairs and maintenance for the Waitrose and John Lewis vehicle fleets. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial vehicle workshops, relevant qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and flexible working hours.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a commercial vehicle environment.
• Relevant vehicle technician qualifications.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled repair and maintenance of the E commerce light commercial fleet.
• Adhere to health and safety measures at all times.
• Complete job cards and defect documentation correctly.

Skills

Experience in commercial vehicle workshop

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

City & Guilds 1,2,3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualification

Job description

About the role

To carry out mobile repairs of the Waitrose E Commerce Vehicle fleet and customer delivery vehicle fleet at outlying branches and in a workshop environment, 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 range - Salary up to £44,200 per annum depending on experience
• Contract type - Permanent
• Work Pattern - 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday core hours, with flexibility around start and end time. There will be an option for Saturday Overtime, but this is not a guaranteed feature.
• Location - Bracknell

Key Responsibilities

• To carry out scheduled repair and maintenance of the on site E commerce light commercial fleet, on and off site as required. A service vehicle will be provided to travel to required sites.
• To carry out repair and maintenance of outlying commercial and light commercial vehicles for John Lewis and Waitrose branches and CDHs
• To ensure that all relevant inspection/service, job cards and defect documentation is filled in correctly and signed off in accordance with Operator licence conditions and DVSA guidelines.
• To be conversant with IT systems such as Key2, Service Rapido and relevant vehicle truck and van diagnostic systems.
• To adhere to health and safety measures on site and roadside.
• To attend breakdowns remote from the centre of operations in a safe and responsible manner taking due consideration for lone working guidelines.
• To take ownership of personal and technical development with support and guidance from team leaders.
• To participate and provide input towards the continuous improvement of the department such as best working practices and safe use of equipment.
• To provide feedback and suggestions for technical improvement of the fleet.
• To liaise with and support peers by sharing information.
• To attend manufacturers technical training updates.
• To keep abreast of new developments within the commercial vehicle repair industry.
• To ensure that the work area is kept clean and tidy at all times.
• To account for your own time, be proactive and efficient when working within the workshop.
• To work as part of the team and assist others where required.

Essential skills you’ll need

• Sufficient experience of commercial vehicle workshop
• City & Guilds 1,2,3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualification
• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable skills

• HGV Experience
• EV Level 3
• Tail lift repair experience
• IRTEC

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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.

You’ll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we’ll be sure to discuss it with you.

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 also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants.

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.