Vehicle Technician

Royal Mail Group; Swindon; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK fleet operator in Swindon seeks a qualified mechanic (IMI Level 3) for a permanent role with a starting salary of £39,715 per annum plus overtime. Enjoy a full range of inspections and repairs on diverse vehicles, along with numerous benefits including a welcome bonus, annual holidays, and career development opportunities. Join a team focused on environmental sustainability and innovation.

Benefits

Welcome bonus of £1,500

22.5 days annual holiday

Excellent company matched pension scheme

Career development opportunities

Exclusive discounts on shopping and more

PPE and work clothing provided

Recognition as Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024

Qualifications

• Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent).
• Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles.
• Full manual UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair procedures on vehicles.
• Use personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair of light/heavy goods vehicles.
• Access specialist tooling and shared equipment in modern workshops.

Skills

Qualified mechanic

Varied vehicle experience

Valid UK driving licence

High working standards

Flexible to service demands

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent

Tools

Personal toolkit

Job description

Job reference: 327217

Location: SwindonWorkshop

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 Swindon Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £70k per annum including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5hrs hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 12:30 - 21:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off).

What's in it for you?

• Salary: £39,715 per annum plus a weekly shift allowance of £87.58 when working the shift ending at 21:00.
• Additional weekend supplement on Saturday: £52.10 per shift is applicable.
• Welcome bonus: You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*.
• Annual holiday: 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
• Pension and financial benefits: An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
• Career development: The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
• Equipment: PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
• Discounts: Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
• Recognition: The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.
• Payments are subject to terms and conditions.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair procedures on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• Use personal toolkit to undertake routine maintenance and repair of light / heavy goods vehicles.
• Access specialist tooling and shared equipment in modern, fully equipped workshops.

A bit about you

• Qualified mechanic: Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent). Own personal toolkit for standard repairs.
• Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles.
• Valid UK driving licence: Full manual UK driving licence.
• High working standards: Take pride in your work and do what is necessary to make sure the job is done effectively.
• Flexible to service demands: Able to work on a flexible shift rota. Always willing to support your team where necessary.

Trust is the foundation of everything we do at Royal Mail. We aim to be transparent about the qualities we seek and build trust from the start of your journey with up. Your interview is the first step, and we want you to shine. To help you prepare, we'll provide you your interview questions in advance. This ensures you can present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.