PCV Vehicle Technician/Mechanic/Engineer in South Wigston

Energy Jobline CVL; Wigston; On-site; GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking transportation company in Wigston is looking for skilled PCV Engineers to join their team. In this role, you will maintain a modern vehicle fleet and conduct repairs, servicing, and inspections. The company offers a competitive salary of £52,500 per annum, free travel on their network, and various health benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team committed to continuous improvement and career development.

Benefits

Free Bus & Coach travel on the Express network

Complimentary coach or bus travel for a partner

Access to exclusive retail benefits

Health checks via the Health Bus

Employee Assistance Programme

Private online GP service

Cycle2Work scheme

Membership in the Express Sports and Social Club

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a PCV or HGV environment.
• Full CAT D PCV licence or willingness to train towards it.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical, electrical and minor body repairs on vehicles.
• Use diagnostic equipment to investigate faults on vehicles.
• Conduct inspections to identify and rectify defects.
• Ensure servicing and maintenance are compliant with company standards.
• Provide training support to less skilled team members.

Skills

Mechanical and electrical repairs

Fault diagnosis

Team coaching and training

Education

IMI Level 3 in Bus and Coach Engineering & Maintenance or equivalent

IRTEC Vehicle Inspection and Service Maintenance Technician

Job description

Job Overview

Express is significantly expanding and enhancing its maintenance operations at the Wigston Depot. This presents a truly exciting and dynamic opportunity for skilled PCV Engineers to join a forward‑thinking team and play a crucial role in driving the business forward. As a PCV Engineer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our modern vehicle fleet. Your responsibilities will include assisting with effective repairs, servicing, diagnoses and inspections. Working collaboratively within a team, you will conduct thorough inspections, servicing and general maintenance to ensure all vehicles are roadworthy, safe and reliable. At Express, we are dedicated to continuous improvement for both our company and our employees.

We currently have day shifts available on a 4 on 4 off basis at a highly competitive salary of £52,500 per annum.

What you'll do

• Undertake mechanical, electrical and minor body repairs, and where required, carry out vehicle road tests on completion of repairs.
• Diagnose and investigate faults on vehicles, where required using specialist diagnostic equipment, to carry out effective, appropriate, sustainable repairs.
• Inspect vehicles to company standards and identify, accurately record and rectify defects as appropriate.
• Ensure vehicles are serviced and maintained in line with company standards, progressing any modifications, technical instructions or urgent safety checks as required.
• Deliver ‘on the job’ coaching and training to team members less skilled to aid in the development of the teams overall capability.

What you'll need

• IMI Level 3 Bus and Coach Engineering & Maintenance or equivalent is ideal, however proven experience can be considered.
• IRTEC Vehicle Inspection and Service Maintenance Technician (or willingness to train towards).
• Extensive experience in either PCV or HGV environment.
• A full CAT D PCV licence (or willingness to train towards).

What we offer in return for your hard work and commitment

• Highly competitive salary of £52,500 per annum.
• Free Bus & Coach travel for yourself on the Express network.
• Complimentary coach travel for a nominated person or complimentary bus travel for a spouse or partner on the Express network.
• Exclusive benefits and savings from thousands of the UK’s largest retailers and service providers.
• Access to our award‑winning Health Bus; providing free and accessible health checks.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which includes free counselling and further support to aid your health and well‑being.
• Private online GP service.
• An opportunity to take part in our Cycle2Work scheme.
• A warm invite to join the Express Sports and Social Club.

Additional Information

We are passionate about supporting and developing our Engineering team, and providing opportunities for career progression. Express is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

We are a confident committed employer and should you require any adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process please let us know.

Things to note: At Express, we are really proud of our health and safety record and as a result, we operate a Drugs and Alcohol Policy which is applicable to all employees. As part of your initial assessment, we will complete drug and alcohol testing and you may be subject to random tests during your employment.

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.