Vehicle Technician - Walton On Thames

Royal Mail Group; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Training & development

PPE & workwear

Employee discounts

Job summary

Royal Mail Group is seeking a Level 3 qualified mechanic for Walton On Thames Workshop on a permanent, full-time basis. The role offers 39.5 hours per week with a rotating shift and the potential to earn £50,000–£55,000 per year including overtime.

Benefits include 22.5 days holiday, pension, development plans, PPE and workwear, and exclusive discounts. You will work on a fleet of 49,000+ vehicles, performing inspections, maintenance and repairs in a modern workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced Level 3 mechanic qualification required.
• Experience across a range of vehicle types (LCV/HGV).
• Full manual UK driving licence; HGV licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain and repair vehicles, trailers and equipment.
• Use your own toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs on light/heavy vehicles.
• Access to specialist tools and modern workshops for servicing.

Skills

Level 3 mechanic

Full UK manual licence

Flexible shift work

EV/MOT experience

Team player

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light/Heavy Vehicle or equivalent

Job description

Job reference: 343252

Location: Walton On ThamesWorkshop

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 a Level 3 qualified mechanic at Walton On ThamesWorkshop on a Permanentcontract, with the potential to earn up to £50,000 - £55,000 per annum including overtime.

Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week, rotating shift pattern. Week 1 06:00 - 14:24 and Week 2 09:36 - 18:00

What's in it for you?

• Salary: £45,675 per annum plus overtime potential.
• 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.

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 (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, preferably an HGV licence with trailer experience.
• 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.
• Experienced in EVs and MOT testing (advantageous) , however training can be provided.