Vehicle Maintenance Technician

FedEx; Enfield; On-site; Full time

Job summary

FedEx seeks a skilled Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance Technician for their Vehicle Maintenance Unit in Enfield. The role involves maintaining vehicle safety and reliability through comprehensive inspection and repair work, ensuring compliance with legal standards while fostering an inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

22 days holiday per year

FedEx Retirement Plan

Free uniform and PPE

Free parking

Life assurance policy (4x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Hospital cash plan

Tuition assistance for external training

Reduced rate international shipping

Group savings schemes

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Fully skilled with vocational training and relevant licenses.
• Ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy vehicle components.
• Previous experience in a similar role essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform service and maintenance of vehicles and trailers.
• Complete defect reports and associated paperwork.
• Prepare vehicles for annual MOT testing.

Skills

Knowledge of automotive equipment

Troubleshooting

Welding

Basic DC electrical skills

Education

City & Guilds parts 1 & 2 or equivalent

LGV C&E license

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join the Engineering Team as a fully skilled Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance Technician based at our Vehicle Maintenance Unit in Enfield.

Your role

We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

As a Vehicle Technician, you will maintain FedEx Assets' safety and reliability by performing service and maintenance of the company fleet of vehicles and trailers in line with planned maintenance schedules. Ensuring that the fleet is safe, legal and fit for duties.

Working hours

40 hours per week

Shift: 08:30 - 17:00, Monday to Friday

Salary: Base pay £17.25 per hour. Premium paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm (£1.85 per hour), and 10pm - 6am (£2.24 per hour).

Responsibilities

1. Completion of signed service and inspection records
2. Completion of defect reports and associated paperwork to comply with legal requirements
3. Prepare vehicles and trailers for annual MOT testing to ensure first-time pass
4. Perform ad-hoc vehicle repairs, investigating and rectifying vehicle defects
5. Ensure the correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant and ancillary equipment
6. Maintain good housekeeping standards and carry out any other duties deemed reasonable by management

Qualifications

1. Fully skilled with applicable licenses/vocational training (e.g., LGV C&E license)
2. City & Guilds parts 1 & 2 or equivalent in commercial vehicle repairs
3. Knowledge of automotive equipment and testing/troubleshooting equipment
4. Ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy vehicle components
5. Experience with welding and basic D.C. electrical troubleshooting skills
6. Valid driving license
7. Previous experience in a similar role

Benefits

• 22 days holiday per year (+1 day for each full year worked, up to 27 days)
• FedEx Retirement Plan
• Free uniform and PPE
• Free parking
• Life assurance policy (4x salary)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hospital cash plan
• Tuition assistance for external training
• Reduced rate international shipping
• Group savings schemes
• Career growth opportunities

Our Commitment

Diversity & inclusion are integral to our culture. FedEx is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce and inclusive environment, fostering growth opportunities for all.