Vehicle Maintenance Technician / Hgv Maintenance Technician in Devon

Job Description We have an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to join the Engineering Team as a fully skilled Heavy Goods Vehicle Maintenance Technician based at our Vehicle Maintenance Unit in Exeter. We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. As a Vehicle Technician, you will maintain FedEx Assets' safety and reliability by performing service and maintenance of the company fleet of vehicles and trailers in line with planned maintenance schedules. Ensuring that the fleet is safe, legal and fit for duties. Working hours: 40 per week Shift: Monday to Friday, all shifts (hours flexible, to be discussed) Salary: Base Pay £21.70 per hour. Premia paid for hours worked between 7pm - 10pm (£2.33), and 10pm - 6am (£2.82 per hour). 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 to ensure 1st time pass) Perform ad-hoc vehicle repairs, investigating and rectifying vehicle defects. Ensuring the correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant and ancillary equipment Maintaining good housekeeping standards carrying out any other duty deemed reasonable by Management Fully skilled with applicable Licenses / 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 Experience with welding and basic D.C. electrical troubleshooting skills Must possess valid driving license 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 x salary ~ Employee Assistance Programme Provides you with confidential support, information and advice to help you with your wellbeing ~ Tuition assistance for external training ~ Reduced rate shipping for international packages ~ Great career opportunities Diversity & Inclusion is more than the workplace. It’s the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted. At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happens because we do it together. FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident ‘Committed’. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all FedEx is one of the world's largest express transportation companies and has consistently been selected as one of the top 10 World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune magazine. Every day FedEx delivers for its customers with transportation and business solutions, serving more than 220 countries and territories around the globe. We can serve this global network due to our outstanding team of FedEx team members, who are tasked with making every FedEx experience outstanding. The People-Service-Profit philosophy (P-S-P) describes the principles that govern every FedEx decision, policy or activity. Through our P-S-P philosophy, we have a work environment that encourages team members to be innovative in delivering the highest possible quality of service to our customers. We care for their well-being, and value their contributions to the company. The FedEx culture and values have been a cornerstone of our success and growth since we began in the early 1970’s. Equity, Opportunity & Diversity (EO&D) Our greatest asset at FedEx is our people. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, and offer equal opportunities, fairness, and respect to all regardless of who you are. We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under international and national laws and regulations. We reasonably accommodate team members and third parties to ensure equal access, inclusion, and fairness across all protected characteristics.