Vehicle Technician

jobs24.co.uk; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician to join their dynamic team in Trowbridge. This exciting opportunity allows you to work on a diverse fleet of vehicles, including light and heavy goods vehicles, in a modern workshop environment. You will perform a range of inspections, diagnostics, and repairs, ensuring high standards of workmanship. With a commitment to employee development, the company offers a structured training plan and numerous perks, including competitive salary and generous holiday entitlement. If you take pride in your work and are flexible to service demands, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

22.5 days annual holiday

Company matched pension scheme

Career development opportunities

PPE and clothing supplied

Exclusive discounts on shopping and travel

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, and repair on vehicles and trailers.
• Use personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs.

Skills

Vehicle Diagnostics

Maintenance and Repair

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle

Tools

Personal Toolkit

Job description

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:

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

Minimum Requirements:

1. Qualified mechanic: Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent) with your own toolkit for standard repairs.
2. Varied vehicle experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles, including LCVs.
3. Valid UK driving licence: Hold a full manual UK driving licence.
4. High working standards: Take pride in your work and ensure the job is done effectively.
5. Flexible to service demands: Able to work on a flexible shift rota and willing to support your team where necessary.

We're recruiting an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at Trowbridge Workshop on a permanent contract with the potential to earn up to £45k per annum including overtime. Working hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (excluding meal breaks) with a rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 07:30 - 16:00 Monday to Friday.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £38,114 per annum.
• 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.