Entry Level · Level 2
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Permanent full-time Vehicle Technician role at Royal Mail's Coventry Workshop.
- Starting salary of £36,491, with potential to earn up to £70k including overtime and shift allowances.
- Work a rotating 3-week shift pattern covering mornings, afternoons, and weekends.
- Requires IMI Level 2 qualification in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair and a full UK driving license.
- Opportunity to upskill to an IMI Level 3 qualification.
About the Role
Royal Mail is seeking an Level 2 qualified mechanic to join their team at the Coventry Workshop on a permanent contract. This role offers stability and variety, working on the UK's largest fleet, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs, and HGVs.
Working Hours
- Full time: 39.5 hours per week.
- Rotating 3-week shift pattern:
- Week 1: Tuesday - Saturday, 06:00 - 14:30
- Week 2: Monday - Friday, 13:00 - 21:30
- Week 3: Sunday - Thursday, 06:00 - 14:30
What’s in it for you?
- Salary: £36,491 base salary, plus a shift allowance of £90.21 per week for the 13:00 - 21:30 shift.
- Additional Payments: Weekend supplement for Saturday (£42.93 per shift) and/or Sunday (£85.86 per shift) is applicable.
- Holiday: 22.5 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to purchase more.
- Pension: Excellent company-matched pension scheme.
- Development: Customised annual training and development plan, with opportunities to upskill to an IMI Level 3 qualification.
- Uniform: PPE and image clothing supplied (overalls, steel toe-capped boots).
- Discounts: Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out, and socialising.
About the Role
- Perform a full range of inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair procedures on various vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
- Use your personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repair of heavy goods vehicles.
- Access specialist tooling and shared equipment in modern, fully equipped workshops.
About You
- Qualifications: Fully qualified to IMI Level 2 in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
- Experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles (e.g., LCV/HGV).
- Toolkit: Own personal toolkit for standard repairs.
- License: Valid UK driving license (HGV/FLT licence is advantageous).
- Work Ethic: High working standards, taking pride in effective job completion.
- Flexibility: Able to work on a flexible shift rota and support the team.