Vehicle Technician - Various Shifts

Royal Mail Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the UK as an IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at their Coventry Workshop. This permanent role offers a competitive salary of over £70,000 per annum, with various shift patterns and opportunities for career development. Enjoy benefits like a welcome bonus, generous holiday, and exclusive discounts, all while working on a diverse fleet of vehicles.

Benefits

22.5 days annual holiday plus bank holidays

Company-matched pension scheme

Opportunities for career development

PPE and uniform provided

Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel

Qualifications

• Qualified mechanic at IMI Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience with LCV/HGV vehicles.
• Valid UK driving license, preferably with HGV and trailer experience.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Inspection

Diagnostics

Maintenance

Repair

Teamwork

Education

IMI Level 3 qualification

Tools

Toolkit

Job description

Job reference: #

Location: Coventry 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 IMI Level 3 qualified mechanic at Coventry Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn over £70,000 per annum including overtime.

Working Hours

Full time - 39.5 hours per week. Rotating 3-week shift pattern:

1. Week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, Tuesday - Saturday
2. Week 2: 13:00 - 21:30, Monday to Friday
3. Week 3: 06:00 - 14:30, Sunday to Thursday

We also have a permanent Night shift available Monday to Friday, with weekend working on a rotational basis.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week for the 13:00 - 21:30 shift or £126.08 weekly shift allowance for the Night Shift.
• Additional weekend supplement: £50 per Saturday shift and £100 per Sunday shift.
• Potential welcome bonus of £1,500*.
• 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with option to purchase more.
• Company-matched pension scheme and other financial benefits.
• Opportunities for career development, including annual training and development plans.
• PPE and uniform provided.
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, and social activities.
• Work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.

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

About the role

With a fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, maintaining our fleet is a team effort. We’re investing in modernising our fleet, offering opportunities to work on various makes and models.

You will:

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

About you

• Qualified mechanic at IMI Level 3 or equivalent, with your own toolkit.
• Experience working on a range of vehicles, e.g., LCV/HGV.
• Valid UK driving license, preferably with HGV and trailer experience.
• High standards of workmanship and pride in your work.
• Flexible to work on a rotating shift pattern and support team needs.

If interested, click ‘Apply Now’ to seize this fantastic opportunity.

At Royal Mail, trust is key. We aim to be transparent about our qualities and build trust from the start. Your interview questions will be provided in advance to help you prepare and showcase your best qualities. We value trust and our people.