Full job descriptionJob Opportunity at Royal MailAre 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 Hemel Hempstead Workshop on a Permanent contract, with the potential to earn up to £60k per annum including overtime.
Working Hours: Full time - 39.5 hours per week (rotating shift pattern; week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 13:30 - 22:00). You will be required to work 1 in 3 Saturdays and Sundays (with two days off in the week).
What’s in it for you?
*Salary: £40,906 plus a shift allowance of £90.21 per week when working 13:30 - 22:00.
*Additional weekend supplement on Saturday (£53.66 per shift) and (£107.33) on Sunday is applicable.
*You may be eligible for a welcome bonus of £1,500.
*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 customized 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.
* Payment is 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 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 license: 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.