We believe that our strengths come from our differences, and we actively invest in recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Our Vehicle Maintenance Unit at Wellingborough requires a highly organised, detail conscious and self-motivated individual to join the team and oversee the smooth running of the operation during the night shift as a Senior Vehicle Maintenance Technician.
In this challenging role you will be working within a busy environment and be responsible for the leadership and development of a team of Vehicle Maintenance Technicians ensuring the service, repair and roadworthiness of vehicles to Department of Transport (DOT) standards and the company preventative maintenance schedules.
Responsibilities
1. Effectively managing the performance of Vehicle Maintenance Technicians
2. Assist in the day-to-day running of the VMU office in the absence of the Workshop Manager
3. Diagnose faults and repair vehicles to minimum DOT standards in line with the Company preventative maintenance programme
4. Complete relevant documentation for all work undertaken including reporting to the Line Manager
5. Road test vehicles (where qualified and instructed to do so)
6. Take or accompany vehicles for DOT tests as required (where qualified and instructed to do so)
7. Ensure correct and effective safe use of all tools, plant and ancillary equipment
8. Ensure personal protective clothing/equipment is worn in accordance with FedEx's Health & Safety policy
9. Ensure that all HASAWA/Legislation/Security procedures are adhered to and that good housekeeping is maintained
10. To provide a high level of internal and external customer care
11. Maintain communication between traffic departments and the VMU
12. Ensure no vehicle leaves the VMU in an unroadworthy condition
To fulfil this role, you will have a qualification in vehicle maintenance, excellent communication skills, ability to work in a busy environment and have a good attention to detail ensuring our vehicles leave the VMU in a roadworthy condition.
A full driving licence is essential; however, previous experience within the transport industry and Category C+E entitlement is preferred but not essential.
Diversity & Inclusion is more than the workplace. It’s the cultures we celebrate, the dreams we inspire, and creating a global community where everyone is accepted. At FedEx, diversity and inclusion happens because we do it together.
FedEx in the UK is Disability Confident ‘Committed’.
FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all.
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