At a Glance
- Tasks: Maintain and repair heavy goods vehicles, ensuring they meet safety standards.
- Company: Join FedEx Express UK, a leader in transportation with a commitment to diversity.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous holiday, free uniform, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Nightshift role with additional pay premiums and supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real difference in vehicle safety.
- Qualifications: Skilled technician with relevant licences and experience in vehicle repairs.
The predicted salary is between 21.7 - 21.7 £ per hour.
This role is for a fully skilled Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance Technician based at our Vehicle Maintenance Unit in Parkhouse.
Base pay £21.70 per hour with premiums paid for hours worked between 7pm-10pm (£2.33) and 10pm-6am (£2.82). Working hours: 40 per week, shift pattern to be confirmed.
Responsibilities
- Completion of signed service and inspection records
- Completion of defect reports and associated paperwork to comply with legal requirements
- Prepare vehicles and trailers for annual MOT testing to a standard that ensures first‑time pass
- Perform ad‑hoc vehicle repairs, investigating and rectifying vehicle defects
- Ensure the correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant and ancillary equipment
- Maintain good housekeeping standards and carry out any other duty deemed reasonable by Management
Qualifications
- Fully skilled with applicable licences or vocational training (e.g., LGV C & E licence class one)
- City & Guilds parts 1 & 2 or equivalent in commercial vehicle repairs
- Knowledge of the use and operation of all automotive equipment and testing / troubleshooting equipment
- Ability to lift and manoeuvre heavy vehicle components
- Experience with welding and basic DC electrical troubleshooting skills
- Must possess a valid driving licence
- Previous experience within a similar role
Benefits
- 22 days holiday a year (+1 day for every full year worked between Jan‑Dec, up to 27 days)
- FedEx Retirement Plan
- Free uniform and PPE
- Free parking
- Life assurance policy which pays out 4× salary
- Employee Assistance Programme – confidential support, information and advice for wellbeing
- Hospital cash plan scheme
- Tuition assistance for external training
- Reduced rate shipping for international packages
- Group scheme savings on many items
- Great career opportunities
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: We are an equal‑opportunity employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We think you need these skills to ace Vehicle Maintenance Technician (Nightshift)
Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance
Service and Inspection Records Completion
Defect Reporting
MOT Testing Preparation
Vehicle Repair Skills
Tool and Equipment Operation
Housekeeping Standards Maintenance
