Fleet Mechanic

Job Description

Would you like to be part of a value-driven, commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We're seeking a Fleet Mechanic to responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, and overall technical reliability of fleet vehicles. The role ensures that all assets operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.

This position supports daily operations by minimising downtime, diagnosing faults accurately, and maintaining high-quality workmanship across all maintenance activities.

WHAT WE OFFER:

When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment, surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. To us teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication, and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner.

Through Constant Care and Humbleness, we strive to prepare for the future, while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our ability to improve. In our daily work Uprightness and Our Employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk, we take pride in hiring the best person for the job – irrespective of gender, age, nationality, or religious belief.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

• Perform routine servicing, preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs on fleet vehicles, including engines, transmissions, braking systems, electrical systems, and hydraulics.

Diagnostics & Troubleshooting

• Use diagnostic tools, telematics data, and technical manuals to identify mechanical and electrical faults and determine appropriate repair solutions.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all work meets safety regulations, manufacturer standards, and legal compliance requirements (MOT, inspections, roadworthiness).

Breakdown Response

• Support roadside repairs and recovery when required, ensuring quick and safe resolution of vehicle failures.

Parts & Inventory Management

• Identify required parts, support stock control, and ensure proper use of workshop tools and equipment.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate service records, job cards, inspection reports, and defect logs.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct post-repair checks, road tests, and quality inspections to ensure vehicles are fully operational before release.

Collaboration

• Work closely with Fleet Technical Agents, workshop supervisors, and drivers to prioritise repairs and communicate technical findings clearly.

Continuous Improvement

• Recommend improvements to maintenance processes, workshop efficiency, and vehicle reliability.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Someone with:

• Proven experience as a vehicle mechanic, ideally within a commercial fleet environment (HGV/LGV experience advantageous).

• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

• Ability to use diagnostic equipment and interpret fault codes.

• Understanding of health and safety standards, workshop procedures, and compliance requirements.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Relevant vocational qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent).

Key Competencies

• Technical expertise in vehicle systems and repair methods.

• Safety-focused mindset with consistent adherence to procedures.

• Efficiency and time management when handling multiple repair tasks.

• Clear communication, especially when explaining technical issues.

• Teamwork within a workshop and operational environment.

• Accountability for quality of work and accurate documentation.

Performance Indicators

• Vehicle availability and reduction in downtime.

• Quality and accuracy of repairs and maintenance.

• Compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

• Timeliness of completing scheduled and unscheduled repairs.

• Accuracy of documentation and reporting.

• Feedback from drivers, supervisors, and fleet operations.

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Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.

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