Automotive Maintenance Specialist

4 weeks ago

Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom Royal Mail Group Full time

Job Reference: 308280

Location: Chester Workshop

Are you seeking a role that offers both stability and a diverse range of tasks? Join the largest and most environmentally friendly fleet operator in the UK and embrace a new opportunity within a commercial vehicle maintenance setting.

We are on the lookout for an IMI Level 3 certified technician at our Chester Workshop on a permanent basis, with the potential to earn over £60,000 annually, including overtime.

Working Hours: Full-time - 39.5 hours spread over a 6-day, 3-week rotating schedule (week 1: 06:00 - 14:30, week 2: 13:30 - 22:00). You will be expected to work 1 in 3 Saturdays, with a weekday off.

What’s in it for you?


• Competitive Salary: £38,114 plus a weekly shift allowance of £84.06 for the 13:30 - 22:00 shift.

• Additional weekend bonus of £50 for Saturday shifts.

• Potential eligibility for a welcome bonus of £1,500.

• 22.5 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with service, with the option to purchase additional days.

• A robust company-matched pension scheme and various financial perks.

• Opportunities for career advancement, including a tailored annual training and development plan.

• Provision of personal protective equipment and uniform (including overalls and steel-toe boots).

• Exclusive discounts on shopping, technology, travel, leisure activities, and family outings.

• The opportunity to work for the Environmental Fleet of the Year 2024.

About the Role

With a fleet exceeding 49,000 vehicles, including both traditional and electric models, as well as light and heavy commercial vehicles, maintaining our fleet is a collaborative effort. We are committed to modernizing our fleet, providing you with the chance to work on a diverse array of makes and models. There has never been a better time to join Royal Mail as an Automotive Maintenance Specialist.


• You will conduct a comprehensive range of inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair tasks on various vehicles, trailers, and mechanical equipment.

• You will utilize your personal toolkit for routine maintenance and repairs on light and heavy goods vehicles.

• You will also have access to specialized tools and shared equipment in our state-of-the-art workshops.

About You


• Qualified Technician: You hold an advanced qualification (IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle or equivalent) and possess your own toolkit for standard repairs.

• Diverse Vehicle Experience: Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician working on a wide variety of vehicles, including LCVs and HGVs.

• Valid UK Driving License: You possess a full manual UK driving license.

• High Standards of Work: You take pride in your work and ensure tasks are completed effectively.

• Flexibility: You are willing to work on a flexible shift schedule and support your team as needed.

Interested? Click 'Apply Now' to seize this exceptional opportunity.

At Royal Mail, trust is the cornerstone of our operations. We strive for transparency in the qualities we seek and aim to build trust from the outset of your journey with us. Your interview will be the first step, and we want you to excel. To assist in your preparation, we will provide interview questions in advance, allowing you to present your best examples. At Royal Mail Group, we value trust and our people.

Royal Mail is proud of our diverse employee network groups, which actively promote inclusivity and foster a positive work environment. Our steadfast commitment to inclusion reflects our passion for having our workforce represent the communities we serve.

If you require any adjustments during the application and hiring process, please indicate your needs in your application.

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