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Automotive Mechanic

  • Full-Time
  • Job ID: R24003550
  • Postal Code: B78 1BF
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Automotive Mechanic

  • Full-Time
  • Job ID: R24003550
  • Postal Code: B78 1BF
Apply

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:

Mechanic

Location: Tamworth, London

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.

Your Benefits

· A competitive basic salary of £ 37,315, plus shift premium of £ 4.49 per hour (payable 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

Your Tasks

· Work flexible shift patterns weekdays; 06:00 - 14:30 | Alternative shift: 14:00 - 22:30, 40 hours per week, from Monday to Friday; Overtime is optional (at the Manager’s discretion)

· 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

Your Skills

· Initiative, planning skills and a flexible, enthusiastic approach

· Full UK driving licence

· City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in vehicle mechanics

· A C1, 7.5-tonne licence would be a bonus but isn't essential

Is this the challenge you've been waiting for? Apply now!

Our love of logistics is fuelled by our passion for people. 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


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You,
with UPS

  • 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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