Vehicle Technician

Royal Mail; City Of London; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mail delivery service in the United Kingdom is seeking a professional Vehicle Technician to perform inspections, diagnosis, maintenance, and repairs on a range of vehicles and mechanical equipment. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 22.5 days of annual holiday and a pension scheme. The ideal candidate will have an IMI Level 3 qualification in vehicle maintenance or equivalent, a proven track record with LCV/LGV vehicles, and a full manual driving license. The role is located at the Thurrock Workshop.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Weekend supplement

Holiday options

Pension scheme

Provided PPE and clothing

Qualifications

• Advanced level qualification in vehicle maintenance.
• Proven experience with a variety of LCV/LGV vehicles.
• Full manual driving licence required, LGV with trailer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnosis, maintenance and repairs on vehicles.
• Use toolkit and specialist equipment for vehicle maintenance.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure high quality work.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Teamwork

Diagnostics

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Vehicle Technician (Royal Mail)

Overview

We are looking for professional vehicle technicians to perform a full range of inspections, diagnosis, maintenance and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers and mechanical equipment operated by the Royal Mail Group.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnosis, maintenance and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers and mechanical equipment.
• Use personal toolkit and specialist equipment provided to carry out routine maintenance and repair of light and heavy vehicles.
• Work as a team player and take pride in delivering high quality work.

Qualifications

• Advanced level qualification (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair) or equivalent.
• Proven experience working on a wide variety of LCV/LGV vehicles.
• Full manual driving licence (LGV preferred with trailer experience).

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £44,345 per annum (or £13.71 per hour for 21+; £11.50 per hour for under 21).
• Weekend supplement: £52.10 per Saturday attendance.
• Full‑time: 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern).
• Holiday: 22.5 days annual plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase more.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• PPE and image clothing provided.

Location

Thurrock Workshop, West Thurrock.

Application

If you are a good match, please submit your CV.