Vehicle Technician

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading fleet operator in the UK as a Vehicle Technician, where stability and variety await you. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including electric models. You'll perform essential inspections, diagnostics, and repairs in a modern workshop environment. Enjoy a competitive salary with additional benefits, including a welcome bonus and career development opportunities. If you take pride in your work and have a passion for vehicles, this role is perfect for you. Seize the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Career Development

Discounts on Shopping

PPE Provided

Uniform Provided

Qualifications

• Fully qualified mechanic with IMI Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven experience working on a variety of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Use your own toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostics

Repairs

Flexibility

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle

Tools

Own Toolkit

Specialist Tools

Job description

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Join Our Team as a Vehicle Technician

Are you looking for stability and variety in your next move? Join the largest, and greenest, fleet operator in the UK and take on a new challenge in a commercial vehicle workshop environment.

We’re recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at Glasgow Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £57k per annum including overtime.

Working Hours

Full time - 39.5 hours per week, working 5 days over 7. (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 10:00 - 18:30, week 3: 13:30 - 22:00)

Weekend working will be required on a rotational basis once every 3 weeks, with a weekend supplement for Saturday (£50 per attendance) and Sunday (£100 per attendance).

Benefits

• Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:30 - 22:00 shift.
• Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) and/or Sunday (£100 per shift).
• You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*.
• 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with an option to purchase more.
• Excellent pension scheme and financial benefits.
• Career development opportunities, including a tailored annual training plan.
• PPE and uniform provided.
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out, and social activities.
• Opportunity to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.

*Payments are made in installments and are subject to terms and conditions.

About the Role

With a fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric models, light and heavy goods vehicles, maintaining our fleet is a team effort. We're investing in modernising our fleet, offering the chance to work on various makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• Use your own toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs on light/heavy goods vehicles.
• Access specialist tools and shared equipment in our modern workshops.

About You

• Qualified mechanic: Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). Own toolkit for standard repairs.
• Varied vehicle experience: Proven experience working on a wide range of vehicles.
• Valid UK driving licence: Full manual UK driving licence.
• High standards: Pride in your work and commitment to quality.
• Flexible: Able to work on a flexible shift rota and support your team as needed.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to seize this fantastic opportunity.

At Royal Mail, trust is our foundation. We aim to be transparent about our values and build trust from the start. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. We’ll provide interview questions in advance so you can prepare your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.