Salary: £31,500.00 - 42,700.00, from 1st April this will increase to £44,200.
PLUS Shift Premium
Please note this role will attract a shift premium of 15% of the base rate, this is an additional earning of up to £4,725 Annually. This could be a potential earning of up to £49,000 (annually) with shift allowance included.
Overtime is a premium featured benefit, but not guaranteed.
The Partnership offers a fantastic range of benefits including a Defined Contribution pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay) and, after three years’ service, you’ll receive an additional Partnership contribution of 4% of pay, regardless of whether you pay in or not.
Hours of Work: Full Time, 37.5 hours per week, 5 days per week, Monday- Friday (2 week rota)
Working Early shift Week 1: 06:00 - 14:00
Working Late shift week 2: 14:00 - 22:00
About the Role
You’ll be working on our large HGV lorries. It will be your job to ensure all vehicles are maintained to a safe and roadworthy standard to both VOSA and Partnership’s requirements.
Ensuring that relevant sections of all inspections, services and defect sheets are completed in compliance with our ‘O’ Licence obligations and that all spare requests and time books are completed daily.
You’ll be aware of best practices and current commercial vehicle repair techniques, to deliver high-quality repairs are carried out in a cost-effective manner and that the use of spare parts and consumables reflects the level of work carried out.
Our Vehicle Workshop is growing and you’ll be working with many experienced Partners. Our current technicians will ensure you have all the tools you need to succeed and excel in your role, giving you the opportunities to develop your knowledge and progress your career. You’ll also be around to support the development of our apprentices within the workshop, allowing you to share your knowledge and experience for the growth of the team.
Working in our Vehicle workshop is a fun and welcoming environment. As a co-owned business, all of our Partners work together to ensure all goals are achieved and that everyone in the team is a part of that success.
Essential skills you’ll need
City and Guilds 1,2,3 Vehicle technician or equivalent qualifications.
Full UK Driving Licence.
A proven background in transport commercial vehicle repairs.
Knowledge of commercial vehicle legislation and roadworthiness.
The Partnership
We’re the largest employee owned business in the UK and home of our cherished brands, John Lewis and Waitrose. We’re not just employees, we’re Partners, driven by our purpose to build a happier world.
As Partners we all share the responsibility of ownership and in its rewards. We use our voices to contribute to our success, working together through the good and challenging times, holding true to our behaviours and treating everyone with kindness and respect.
As Partners, we make all the difference. And, we all own it.
Important points to note:
It’s important to note that some of our roles are subject to pre-employment vetting (which may include DBS checks for successful candidates). If required, you’ll be informed and provided with information about vetting during the recruitment process.
We also recommend that you apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early if we see a high number of applicants.
This is where you'll be based, whether that's in a shop, distribution centre or one of our head offices.
Leyland (Regional Distribution Centre)
Matrix Park Western Area
Lancashire, PR7 7NA
We believe in ensuring our Partners have access to a complete spectrum of benefits whilst in the business. After all, our Partners make our Partnership what it is.
How To Apply
Applying for a job can feel daunting, we don’t want that to be a case as you look to join the Partnership. We want you to perform at your best.
To help you prepare for our application process, take a look at our ‘How to Apply’ page below.
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