Vehicle Technician

Royal Mail; Great Holland; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE & boots

Company pension

Training & development plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

Royal Mail in Thurrock Workshop is seeking a Level 3 qualified mechanic for a permanent role. You’ll work in a busy commercial vehicle workshop, performing inspections, diagnosis and maintenance on a range of vehicles and trailers.

The position offers a stable, full-time contract with a shift pattern and overtime potential. You’ll need IMI Level 3 qualification, your own toolkit, a full UK manual driving licence (HGV preferred), and a commitment to high standards.

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanic with advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent).
• Experience performing inspections, diagnostics, maintenance and repair on a range of vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance and repair procedures on vehicles, trailers and equipment.
• Use personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs.
• Access specialist tooling and workshop equipment as needed.

Skills

Vehicle inspection

Diagnostics

Maintenance

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle

Tools

Own toolkit

Job description

Job reference: 338026

Location: Thurrock Workshop

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 Level 3 qualified mechanic at Thurrock Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £70k including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 10:30 - 19:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £45,675 per annum.
• Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£53.66 per shift) is applicable.
• 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
• An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
• The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
• PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.

A bit about the role

• You’ll perform a full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• You’ll use your own personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair light / heavy goods vehicles.
• You’ll also have access to specialist tooling and shared equipment in our modern, fully equipped workshops.

A bit about you

• Qualified mechanic: you’re fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). You’ve got your own toolkit for standard repairs.
• Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles, for example LCV / HGV.
• Valid UK driving licence: You hold a full manual UK driving licence, preferably an HGV licence with trailer experience.
• High working standards: you take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
• Flexible to service demands: you’re able to work on a flexible shift rota. You’re always willing to support your team where necessary.

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