Vehicle Maintenance Technician-Advanced

Fedex; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx is seeking a Senior Technician in the UK to repair and maintain Ground Support Equipment, electrical systems and location-specific gear, ensuring safety and efficiency for Ramp/Sort/Aircraft MXT teams.

The role requires a full driving licence (LCV/GSE), relevant qualification, and strong diagnostic and planning skills. Opportunity to lead and prioritise tasks while maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Full driving licence (LCV and/or GSE licence).
• Relevant qualification in automotive, truck or plant equipment.
• Able to lift & manoeuvre vehicle components up to 25 kg and larger with equipment.
• Substantial experience of vehicle and plant maintenance; knowledge of vehicle types, systems, diagnosis, repair.
• Good health and safety knowledge in workshop environments.
• Experience reviewing repairs against standards and identifying corrective actions.
• Experience working independently and as part of a team.
• Basic interpersonal skills; good planning and organising abilities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for repair and maintenance of GSE and electrical systems to keep ramp/sort/aircraft MXT teams operating safely.
• Perform servicing and repair using diagnostic equipment and vehicle specifications; oversee outsourcing when needed.
• Maintain documentation and data integrity per defined standards.
• Support the Manager with lead duties including workload allocation and audits of results and standards.

Skills

Airport Ground Handling

Automotive Diagnostics / Electronics

Electrical Calculations / Installments

Ground Service Equipment / Support

Heavy Vehicle Driving

Hydraulic Engineering / Fittings / 200

Mechanical Automation

Office Administration / Applications /

Power Plant Engineering

Education

Relevant qualification in automotive, truck or plant equipment

Tools

GVMAX Fleet Management System

Job description

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.

Working hours: 40 per week

Salary: £24.93 per hour. Premia paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm & 10pm - 6am.

Job Description

Responsible for the completion of repair and maintenance of Company Ground Support Equipment (GSE), electrical systems, ground equipment, location-specific equipment to ensure FedEx Ramp/Sort/Aircraft MXT teams operate safely and effectively. Ensures accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant internal and external standards and procedures. Identifies anomalies as they arise and resolves directly with operators.

Performs the timely and efficient servicing and repair of complex types of Vehicle & GSE. Includes using appropriate tools, complex diagnostic equipment & vehicle specifications and following approved processes, procedures & control mechanisms to achieve the required service levels, performance standards & outsourcing repairs to vendors when appropriate. Maintains accurate documentation and database integrity in accordance with defined standards.

Supports the Manager by performing assigned lead duties including the allocation and prioritisation of work and audit/review of maintenance results and standards.

Vehicle & GSE - Snr Technician

• Full driving licence (LCV and/or GSE licence)
• Relevant qualification in automotive, truck or plant equipment
• Able to lift & manoeuvre vehicle components up to a weight of 25K & larger weights with appropriate equipment
• Substantial experience of vehicle and plant maintenance with an in‑depth knowledge of vehicle types and systems, diagnosis and repair techniques, resource requirements, service specifications, regulatory standards & requirements etc
• Good knowledge of health & safety in the workplace and specific vehicle workshop requirements
• Quality focused with experience of reviewing vehicle/plant repairs against set standards & identifying corrective actions needed
• Experience of working independently whilst functioning as a team player
• Basic interpersonal skills
• Good planning & organising skills with experience of prioritising & co‑ordinating multiple tasks
• Good standard of numeracy with experience of performing procedural checks on invoices to ensure accuracy
• Excellent problem solving & diagnostic skills
• Experience of updating a fleet Management system (GVMAX) & of generating standard reports
• Basic administrative skills

Required Skills

• Airport Ground Handling
• Automotive Diagnostics / Electronics
• Electrical Calculations / Installations / Measurements / Safety / System Troubleshooting / Wiring
• Electrical Power Unit
• Grounding Equipment
• Ground Service Equipment / Support
• Heavy Vehicle Driving
• Hydraulic Engineering / Fittings / Pumping Systems
• Mechanical Automation
• Office Administration / Applications / Systems / Organisation
• Power Plant Engineering

Optional Skills

• Automotive Engineering
• Car Maintenance
• Electrical Systems
• Organisational Planning
• Organising
• Problem Solving
• Support Equipment
• Technology Infrastructure Management

We also offer excellent career opportunities for those who are keen to progress in a supportive "can do" and rapidly expanding environment.

Diversity & Inclusion is more than the workplace. Its the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted. At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happens because we do it together. FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident 'Committed'.

FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all

Our Company

FedEx is one of the worlds largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 Worlds Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding.

Our Philosophy

The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. FedEx takes care of our people; they, in turn, deliver the impeccable service demanded by our customers, who reward us with the profitability necessary to secure our future. The essential element in making the People-Service-Profit philosophy such a positive force for the company is where we close the circle, and return these profits back into the business, and invest back in our people. Our success in the industry is attributed to our people. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company.

Our Culture

Our culture is important for many reasons, and we intentionally bring it to life through our behaviors, actions and activities in every part of the world. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970s. While other companies can copy our systems, infrastructure and processes, our culture makes us unique and is often a differentiating factor as we compete and grow in today’s global marketplace.

Equality, Opportunity & Diversity (EO&D)