Vehicle Technician - Various Shifts Available

TN United Kingdom; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Vehicle Technician in a dynamic workshop environment. This role offers stability and variety, working on a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including electric and traditional fuel models. You'll be part of a team committed to quality and excellence, with opportunities for career development and a comprehensive benefits package. Enjoy a competitive salary, shift allowances, and a welcome bonus while contributing to the maintenance of a leading fleet. If you're passionate about vehicles and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Welcome Bonus

Annual Leave

Pension Scheme

Career Development

PPE Provided

Exclusive Discounts

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostics

Repairs

Flexible Working

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle

Tools

Personal Toolkit

Specialist Tools

Job description

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Vehicle Technician - Various Shifts Available, West Bromwich

Client: Royal Mail

Location: West Bromwich

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 349edca13043

Job Views: 10

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description:

Job reference: 323804

Location: West Midlands 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 West Midlands Workshop on a permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £70k per annum including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; Week 1: Early Shift 06:00 - 14:30, Week 2: Night Shift 21:30 - 06:00, Week 3: Late Shift 13:30 - 22:00).

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week for the 13:30 - 22:00 shift and £126.08 per week for night shifts.
• Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift).
• You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*.
• 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with an option to purchase more.
• Excellent company-matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
• Career development opportunities, including a tailored annual training and development plan.
• PPE and uniform provided (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
• Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out, and social activities for you and your family.
• The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.

*Payments are made in installments and 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 modernizing our fleet, giving you the opportunity to work on various makes and models. There’s never been a better time to join Royal Mail as a Vehicle Technician.

• You’ll perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a range of vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• You’ll use your personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs on light/heavy goods vehicles.
• You’ll have access to specialist tools and shared equipment in our 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 toolkit for standard repairs.
• Varied vehicle experience: Proven experience working on a wide range of vehicles, e.g., LCV/HGV.
• Valid UK driving licence: Full manual UK driving licence.
• High standards: Pride in your work and commitment to quality.
• Flexible: Able to work on a flexible shift rota and support your team as needed.

Interested? Click ‘Apply Now’ to seize this fantastic opportunity.

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