It’s not all about what happens in the workshop either. We have a great variety of technical & non-technical roles available, where people of all experience levels can learn and develop a range of transferable skills. Our people need to be adaptable and strong problem-solvers, since they’re diagnosing and fixing different vehicles, with different issues, every day.
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The most important role in the team, our Vehicle Technicians are vital to maintaining our extensive fleet of diverse vehicles, including traditional fuel and electric vehicles, LCVs, and HGVs. You'll perform inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on various vehicles and equipment, using your own toolkit and shared equipment in our modern workshops. We're looking for qualified mechanics (IMI Level 3 or equivalent) with experience in light and heavy vehicles, a valid UK driving license (preferably HGV), and high working standards. Flexibility and a team-oriented attitude are essential. There is always guaranteed work to be done and this is a great opportunity to work on diverse vehicles, enhance and maintain your skills, and contribute to the modernisation of one of the most iconic fleets in the country.
The Workshop Manager ensures top Fleet performance, meeting Operator requirements efficiently and cost-effectively. This role drives cultural change and oversees workshop performance in a specific area, focusing on safety, legal compliance, cost, and stakeholder satisfaction. Key responsibilities include managing a team of Vehicle Technicians, meeting safety and legal targets, optimising maintenance services and costs, and ensuring industry standards. Essential skills are stakeholder management, influencing, relationship-building with Trade Unions, leadership, and flexibility for multiple shifts and travel. Experience in dispersed maintenance operations, managing people and leading teams through change, and knowledge of vehicle compliance and road transport legislation are crucial. Candidates need a full driving license and IMI Level 3 qualification in Light or Heavy vehicle maintenance and repair.
The Area Fleet Maintenance Manager (AFMM) plays a crucial role in delivering the Fleet vision and driving cultural change among maintenance teams to ensure efficient, commercial decision-making. They oversee Fleet Workshop performance in their region, focusing on safety, legal compliance, people, stakeholder satisfaction, and financial metrics. Responsibilities include managing fleet maintenance, optimising costs, ensuring legal and safety compliance, and deploying new business strategies. The AFMM handles multiple workshop sites, manages a significant budget and headcount, and drives commercial income growth. You’ll need leadership experience, as well as stakeholder management, financial acumen, and knowledge of vehicle compliance and road transport legislation. A full driving license and relevant qualifications are also required.
Meet our people
Meet Caitlin
Caitlin completed our apprenticeship programme so now has an NVQ level 3 in light and heavily vehicles. She’s always enjoyed working on a range of vehicles and you won’t find a much bigger range than the Royal Mail fleet which includes HGVs, vans and cars. Watch her film and find out how she’s found the apprenticeship and why she’d recommend it.
Meet Katie
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Annual leave rising with length of service
You’ll enjoy 22.5 days of annual leave to relax and recharge, increasing the longer you’re with us.
Supportive and generous company sick pay
Our company sick pay scheme offers reassurance and support during periods of ill health, helping you focus on getting better when you need it most.*
*Subject to a qualifying period.
Grow a career that works for you
Opportunity and support to grow your career through a wide range of learning and development resources, including the Royal Mail Academy, helping you build new skills and explore new opportunities.
Save for your future
You’ll join our market leading contributory pension scheme*, designed to help you build long term financial security. Ask our chatbot, Penny, for more information on how the pension scheme works.
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Paid leave for parents
We offer paid paternity leave, enhanced maternity pay*, shared parental leave and adoption leave, supporting you as you welcome your new arrival.
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Additional benefits through My Bundle+
Access your personal My Bundle+ account with 800+ retail and lifestyle offers, including savings on groceries, days out, holidays and household bills. You can also choose from direct purchase options like a Healthcare Cashplan, Dental Cover, Travel and Life Insurance, Hospital & Death Benefit Plans and Critical Illness cover, with some employer funded benefits available depending on your role and contract.
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