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Mechanic - Southampton

  • Full-Time
  • Job ID: R24029953
  • Postal Code: SO15 0LP
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Mechanic - Southampton

  • Full-Time
  • Job ID: R24029953
  • Postal Code: SO15 0LP
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Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities, experience our rewarding culture, and work with talented teams that help you become better every day. We know what it takes to lead UPS into tomorrow—people with a unique combination of skill + passion. If you have the qualities and drive to lead yourself or teams, there are roles ready to cultivate your skills and take you to the next level.

Job Description:

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC

Southampton

Your Role

As one of our VehicleMechanics,you’ll be essential to moving our world forward by helping to deliver what matters. The size and diversity of our fleet means you’llhave plenty of room to develop and expand your skills further. From light vans right up to tractor and trailer units and our growing alternative fuel fleet. Current car mechanics who are interested in evolving their skillset to include HGV’s are welcome to apply.

What’s in it for you? 

We’ll pay you between £17.26 - £18.63 per hour, depending on your experience, plusshift premiums* and location allowance*(if applicable). Successful candidates will receive a signing-on bonus of £1,000 (£500 upon commencing employment & £500 after month 6). There’s potential for overtime as well which is paid at time and a half. You can also look forward to:

  • Company pension scheme & life assurance

  • Full, industry-leading training(including Electric Vehicle training)

  • Generous Tool Allowance(£30 per month gross)

  • Clean working environment and full PPE supplied

  • Holiday pay

  • Discounts at a range of major retailers, cinemas and attractions and many more benefits

  • HGV License Upgrade Programme 

  • A ‘promotion from within policy’ that means you can go as far as your talent will take youpathway into career opportunities with additional training provide

  • Opportunity to complete a Workshop Manager Qualification whilst in employment subject to availability

  • Opportunity to avail of the Company employee referral scheme by recommending other Mechanics to UPS - £1,000 per candidate hired (£500 upon commencing employment & £500 after month 6)

You will:

  • Work flexible shift patterns weekdays.

  • Expertly handle a variety of repairs and maintenance work on a large fleet

  • Carry out regular maintenance inspections, complete online records and stock control

  • Work as part of a team with a focus on quality to achieve reliability and maintenance targets

What do you need?

  • City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Mechanics

  • Initiative, planning skills and a flexible, enthusiastic approach

  • Full UK driving licence 

  • A C1, 7.5 tonne licence would be an advantage, though isn’tessential

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.


Employee Type:

Permanent


UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

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  • You help to make sure our iconic UPS vehicles are in top condition.
  • Your experience and training will give you a chance to shine.
  • Being reliable and doing the best job possible are important to you.
  • Problem solving is what motivates you.
  • You work well in a team as well as independently.

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  • Competitive pay and shift premiums

  • Discounts on major retailers

  • Full industry leading training

  • Career Growth & Mobility

  • Tool allowance

  • Paid holidays

  • 39 Weeks paid maternity leave

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