At a Glance
- Tasks: Repair and maintain a diverse fleet of vehicles, from light vans to HGVs.
- Company: Join a Fortune Global 500 company with a rewarding culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and extensive training provided.
- Other info: Enjoy strong career progression and a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Develop your mechanical skills while making a real impact on fleet reliability.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in vehicle mechanics and experience with commercial vehicles required.
Join us as a mechanic and help us deliver what matters by keeping our vehicles on the roads. The size and diversity of our fleet mean you'll have the opportunity to develop and expand your mechanical skills — help repair and maintain light vans, tractor and trailer units and our growing alternative fuel fleet. If you're a car mechanic, we'll offer training so you can learn how to repair HGVs, too.
What you’ll do:
- Carry out repairs and maintenance across a large fleet, including Mercedes, Iveco, and VW Crafter vehicles.
- Work on both light commercial vehicles and HGVs (LGVs).
- Perform regular maintenance inspections, complete online service records, and manage stock control.
- Support fleet reliability by ensuring all vehicles are maintained to a high standard.
- Handle a variety of mechanical tasks, including more complex and non-standard repairs.
- Work collaboratively as part of a team, while also being confident working independently.
- Follow flexible weekday shift patterns (early and late shifts).
What you’ll need:
- NVQ Level 3, or equivalent qualification in vehicle mechanics.
- Proven experience working with commercial vehicles, including LGVs/HGVs.
- Strong mechanical knowledge (fleet experience highly desirable).
- Basic computer literacy (for records and systems).
- Ability to work on your own initiative and manage priorities effectively.
- A full UK driving licence (held for at least 2 years).
- LGV Class 1 licence – advantageous but not essential.
- Air conditioning (Air Tech) certification – desirable (training can be provided).
- A flexible, friendly, and proactive attitude with strong teamwork skills.
What you’ll get:
- £39,000 basic salary + shift premium (£4.61 per hour between 8pm–6am).
- Overtime opportunities and additional shift allowances.
- Company pension scheme & life assurance.
- Full, industry-leading training, including Electric Vehicle and Air Conditioning (Air Tech) training.
- HGV Licence Upgrade Programme and forklift training opportunities.
- Tool allowance (£30 per month) and full PPE provided.
- Clean, modern working environment.
- Holiday pay.
- Access to discounts at major retailers, cinemas, and attractions.
- Strong internal progression opportunities with a promotion-from-within culture.
- Employee referral scheme – £1,000 bonus per successful referral.
UPS is committed to a policy of treating individuals fairly and recruiting, selecting, training, promoting and compensating based on merit, experience and other work-related criteria. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, race, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
Locations
Automotive Mechanic in Bath, Somerset employer: United Parcel Service
At UPS, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and personal growth. As an Automotive Mechanic, you'll benefit from comprehensive training programmes, including opportunities to upgrade your HGV licence, while enjoying a competitive salary and a range of employee perks in a clean, modern environment. Join our diverse team and take advantage of strong internal progression opportunities, ensuring your career thrives as you help us deliver what matters.
