Vehicle Technician

Royal Mail; Guildford; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading delivery service provider in Guildford is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician. You'll perform maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet, working full-time with a competitive salary of £38,114 annually. Additional benefits include a welcome bonus, holiday days, and training opportunities. Join a reputable company that values trust and diversity in its workforce.

Benefits

Weekend supplement (£50 per shift)

Welcome bonus of £1,500

22.5 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Company matched pension scheme

Career development opportunities

PPE and image clothing provided

Exclusive shopping and social discounts

Qualifications

• Fully qualified to an advanced level with own toolkit for repairs.
• Proven experience working on a wide range of vehicles (LCV/HGV).
• Possession of a full manual UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Use personal toolkit and access specialist tooling as needed.
• Work in a rotating shift pattern and support team as required.

Skills

Qualified mechanic: IMI Level 3 or equivalent

Varied vehicle experience

Valid UK driving licence

High working standards

Flexible to service demands

Job description

Overview

Royal Mail is something special, a well–loved brand people can rightly be proud of. We have the assets, the infrastructure and the scale that others don’t, yet we are a big part of the communities we operate in, making billions of precious deliveries each year. Our people are at the heart of our business and are integral to helping us to utilise the latest technology and business approaches to optimise, automate and digitise our operations.

Job reference: 328231
Location: Guildford Workshop

A bit about the role

With a Fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs and HGVs, maintaining our vehicles is a true team effort. We’re investing in modernising our fleet, giving you the opportunity to work on a variety of makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

• 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.

What’s in it for you?

Salary: £38,114 per annum.

• Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) is applicable.
• You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*
• 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.
• The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.
• Payments are made in instalments and subject to terms and conditions.

Working hours

Working Hours: Full time – 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern).

• Weeks 1 & 2: 06:00 – 14:30
• Week 3: 10:00 – 19:00
• One in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off)

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.

How to apply

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to make sure you don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity.

Trust is the foundation of everything we do at Royal Mail. Our interview process is designed to help you shine, and we’ll provide interview questions in advance to help you prepare. Royal Mail Group values trust and our people.

Royal Mail takes pride in our diverse employee network groups, which actively promote belonging and foster a positive work environment. Our unwavering commitment to inclusion means that we’re passionate about our people representing the communities we serve.

If you require any adjustments during the application and hiring process, please share the details in your application. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors, and military spouses/partners.

For more information on Royal Mail Group and our values please consider visiting our information page.

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