Vehicle Technician - Level 2

Royal Mail is seeking a qualified mechanic to join their Hemel Hempstead Workshop on a permanent contract.

Working Hours

• Full time - 39.5 hours per week.
• Rotating shift pattern: Week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, Week 2: 13:30 - 22:00.
• Requirement to work 1 in 3 Saturdays (with a weekday day off).

Salary and Benefits

• Salary: £36,491 per year.
• Shift Allowance: £90.21 per week when working the 13:30 - 22:00 shift.
• Overtime: Paid at 1.4 x the hourly rate.
• Weekend Supplement: £42.93 per Saturday shift.
• Annual Holiday: 22.5 days (plus bank holidays), rising with service.
• Pension: Excellent company matched pension scheme.
• Development: Customised annual training and development plan, with the opportunity to upskill to an IMI Level 3 qualification.
• Uniform: PPE and image clothing supplied (overalls and steel toe capped boots).
• Discounts: Exclusive discounts on shopping, tech, travel, days out and socialising.

About the Role

Join the UK's largest fleet operator and work on a diverse fleet of over 49,000 vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs and HGVs. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of makes and models.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform full range of inspections, diagnostic, maintenance, and repair procedures on vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.
• Use your personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repair of light/heavy goods vehicles.
• Utilise specialist tooling and shared equipment in modern, fully equipped workshops.

About You

• Qualifications: Fully qualified to an advanced level (IMI Level 2 in Light or Heavy vehicle maintenance & repair or equivalent).
• Toolkit: Own toolkit for standard repairs.
• Experience: Proven Vehicle Technician experience working on a wide range of vehicles (e.g., LCV/HGV).
• License: Valid UK driving license (HGV/FLT licence advantageous).
• Work Standards: High working standards and pride in work.
• Flexibility: Able to work on a flexible shift rota and support the team.