Senior Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Vehicle Maintenance Technician (Senior)

Company: GBJ FedEx Express UK Transportation LimitedLocation: Hovefields AvenueHours: 40 per weekShift: Monday to Friday – 6:00am to 2:30pmSalary: £24.93 per hour base + Geographical Enhancement

Position Summary

Our Vehicle Maintenance Unit requires a highly organized, detail‑conscious and self‑motivated individual to join the team as a Senior Vehicle Maintenance Technician.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage the performance of Vehicle Maintenance Technicians.
• Assist in the day‑to‑day running of the VMU office in the absence of the Workshop Manager.
• Diagnose faults and repair vehicles to minimum DOT standards in line with the Company preventative maintenance programme.
• Complete relevant documentation for all work undertaken and report to the Line Manager.
• Road test vehicles (where qualified and instructed to do so).
• Take or accompany vehicles for DOT tests as required (where qualified and instructed to do so).
• Ensure correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant and ancillary equipment.
• Ensure personal protective clothing/equipment is worn in accordance with FedEx’s Health & Safety policy.
• Adhere to all HASAWA/Law/ Security procedures and maintain good housekeeping.
• Provide a high level of internal and external customer care.
• Maintain communication between traffic departments and the VMU.
• Ensure no vehicle leaves the VMU in an un‑roadworthy condition.

Requirements

• Qualification in vehicle maintenance.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work in a busy environment.
• Strong attention to detail ensuring vehicles leave the VMU in a roadworthy condition.
• A full driving licence is essential.
• Previous transport industry experience and Category C+E entitlement preferred (not essential).

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce that provides growth opportunities for all.

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