At a Glance
- Tasks: Keep our iconic vehicles on the road with expert repairs and maintenance.
- Company: Join a diverse team at UPS, known for its rewarding culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, discounts, and industry-leading training.
- Other info: Flexible shifts and opportunities for career progression await you!
- Why this job: Develop your mechanical skills while working on a variety of vehicles.
- Qualifications: City & Guilds level 2 in vehicle mechanics and a full UK driving licence required.
Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. 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 means 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.
A competitive salary of £38,355 per annum, plus shift premium of £4.61 per hour (between 8pm-6am) and overtime at time and a half.
A company pension scheme, holiday pay, life assurance, discounts at major retailers (including Apple and cinemas) and attractions (including Alton Towers and The London Eye), plus many more benefits.
Industry-leading training, including electric vehicle training, HGV licence upgrade programme and workshop manager qualification.
Opportunities to progress with our 'promotion from within' policy.
General tool allowance of £30 per month gross.
Avail of our referral scheme and earn £1000 when you recommend other mechanics to UPS and they remain with us for six months.
Work flexible shift patterns: you must be able to work Monday to Friday either from 6:00am to 2:30pm.
Keep our iconic vehicles on the road by expertly handling a variety of repairs and maintenance on our large fleet.
Carry out regular maintenance inspections, complete online records and control stock.
Work with your fellow mechanics to achieve maintenance targets quickly, safely and reliably.
Initiative, planning skills and a flexible, enthusiastic approach.
City & Guilds (of at least lvl 2) or equivalent qualification in vehicle mechanics is mandatory.
Full UK driving license is mandatory.
That's why we're committed to eliminating discrimination and promoting equality across UPS — from the application process to our everyday workplace culture.
Employee Type: Permanent
How we recruit: 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.
Mechanics / Vehicle Technicians 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. Our mechanics benefit from industry-leading training, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and discounts at major retailers. With a strong commitment to promoting from within, you'll have ample opportunities to advance your career while working on a diverse fleet in a supportive environment.
