Vehicle Maintenance Technician HGV LGV

TN United Kingdom; Thetford; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a skilled Vehicle Maintenance Technician in Thetford. The role involves maintaining the safety and reliability of the vehicle fleet, requiring specific licenses and experience in vehicle repairs. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

22 days holiday a year

FedEx Retirement Plan

Free Uniform and PPE

Free parking

Life assurance policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Hospital cash plan scheme

Tuition assistance for external training

Reduced rate shipping for international packages

Group scheme savings

Qualifications

• Fully skilled with applicable Licenses / Vocational Training.
• Previous experience within a similar role.
• Must possess valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Perform service and maintenance of the company fleet of vehicles.
• Complete signed service and inspection records.
• Prepare vehicles for annual MOT testing.

Skills

Knowledge of automotive equipment

Welding skills

Basic D.C. electrical troubleshooting

Education

City & Guilds parts 1 & 2 or equivalent

LGV C&E licence (class one)

Job description

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Vehicle Maintenance Technician HGV LGV, Thetford

Client: FedEx

Location: Thetford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: cb7847e5e78e

Job Views: 2

Posted: 21.05.2025

Expiry Date: 05.07.2025

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 Thetford.

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 per week

Shift: 14:00 - 22:30

Salary: Base pay £17.25 per hour. Premium paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm (£1.88 per hour), and 10pm - 6am (£2.23 per hour).

What are you going to be doing?

• Completion of signed service and inspection records
• Completion of defect reports and associated paperwork to comply with legal requirements
• Prepare vehicles and trailers for annual MOT testing (to a standard to ensure 1st time pass)
• Perform ad-hoc vehicle repairs, investigating and rectifying vehicle defects
• Ensuring the correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant and ancillary equipment
• Maintaining good housekeeping standards carrying out any other duty deemed reasonable by Management

What are we looking for?

• Fully skilled with applicable Licenses / Vocational Training (e.g., LGV C&E licence (class one))
• City & Guilds parts 1 & 2 or equivalent in commercial vehicle repairs
• Knowledge of the use and operation of all automotive equipment and testing / troubleshooting equipment
• Ability to lift and manoeuvre Heavy Vehicle Components
• Experience with welding and basic D.C. electrical troubleshooting skills
• Must possess valid driving license
• Previous experience within a similar role

What you’ll get!

• 22 days holiday a year (+1 day for every full year worked between Jan-Dec, up to 27 days)
• FedEx Retirement Plan
• Free Uniform and PPE
• Free parking
• Life assurance policy which pays out 4 x salary
• Employee Assistance Programme provides you with confidential support, information and advice to help you with your wellbeing
• Hospital cash plan scheme
• Tuition assistance for external training
• Reduced rate shipping for international packages
• Group scheme savings on many items
• Great career opportunities

Diversity & Inclusion is more than the workplace. It’s the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted. At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happen because we do it together.

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