Vehicle Technician - Various Shifts Available

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified mechanic to join their dynamic workshop team. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including both traditional and electric models. With a focus on maintaining high standards, you'll perform a full range of inspections and repairs while utilizing your own toolkit and accessing state-of-the-art equipment. Enjoy a competitive salary, potential bonuses, and a variety of perks, including training opportunities and exclusive discounts. If you're ready for a rewarding challenge in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Salary of £38,114

Welcome bonus of £1,500

22.5 days annual holiday

Company matched pension scheme

Career development plan

PPE and image clothing supplied

Exclusive discounts for employees

Qualifications

• Fully qualified mechanic with IMI Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven experience working on a variety of vehicles, including LCV/HGV.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on vehicles.
• Work on a flexible shift rota to meet service demands.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostics

Repair Procedures

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle

Tools

Personal Toolkit

Specialist Tooling

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 working between 06:00 - 14:30 5 days over 6 including a Saturday with a day off in the week, Week 2: Night shift working between 21:30 - 06:00, Week 3: Late Shift working between 13:30 - 22:00).

What's in it for you?

1. Salary: £38,114 plus a shift allowance of £84.06 per week when working the 13:30 - 22:00 shift and £126.08 per week when working the night shift.
2. Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£50 per shift) is applicable.
3. You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500*.
4. 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), rising with service and with the option to purchase more.
5. An excellent company matched pension scheme and financial benefits.
6. The chance to develop your career, including a customised annual training and development plan.
7. PPE and image clothing supplied (including overalls and steel toe capped boots).
8. Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising for you and the family.
9. The chance to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.

* Payments are made in instalments and 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.

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.

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.
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.

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

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