Join United Utilities as a Fleet Technician in Manchester for a permanent, full-timeonsite role operating on a 48.0 hours per week schedule with a salary of £52,192.97 per year. You will maintain a diverse fleet of vehicles and machinery to ensure operational efficiency, sustainability, and safety.
Requirements
Essential: Time served apprentice with City and Guilds level 3 in HGV maintenance and repair or equivalent.
Essential: Valid driving licence and ability to learn skills to obtain a Class 1 HGV driving licence.
Essential: Experience using vehicle diagnostic equipment.
Essential: Knowledge of Transport and Health and Safety Legislation.
Preferred: IRTEC inspection technician qualification and MIG welding and fabrication skills.
Skills & Responsibilities
Diagnostic equipment: Conduct detailed inspections and execute repairs using vehicle diagnostic tools to minimize downtime.
Compliance knowledge: Maintain meticulous records and adhere strictly to transport and safety regulations.
Team working and communication: Collaborate with operators and communicate effectively with customers and contractors.
Welding and fabrication: Perform MIG welding and fabrication tasks to maintain and repair vehicle structures.
Potential transition routes: People from automotive technician or mechanic roles may bring mechanical expertise and diagnostic skills, alongside meeting essential trade qualifications and driving licence requirements.
Job description
The Role
United Utilities is seeking skilled individuals with a background in fleet maintenance and a passion for technological innovation and personal growth.
As a Fleet Technician or HGV Mechanic, you will be an integral part of a dynamic team, responsible for the upkeep of a diverse range of vehicles and machinery.
This role is critical in ensuring the operational efficiency of the company's substantial asset base, which includes a variety of HGVs, vans, and electric vehicles.
In this role, your responsibilities will include conducting detailed inspections, executing both standard and intricate repairs, and developing proactive maintenance plans to reduce downtime and prolong the lifespan of the fleet.
This position offers more than just technical work; it's an opportunity to be a key player in a team that prioritizes efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.
Your commitment to ongoing learning and improvement will distinguish you as you embrace this challenging and rewarding career path.
Apply now and become part of the UU family!
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Streamlined Fleet Maintenance: Ensure timely and cost-effective upkeep of diverse vehicles, optimizing operational efficiency.
Operator Collaboration: Work closely with operators for seamless maintenance and repairs, enhancing fleet performance.
Lifecycle Management: Skilfully handle the commissioning and decommissioning of vehicles, ensuring fleet readiness.
Compliance Mastery: Maintain meticulous records and adhere to transport and safety regulations, upholding high standards.
Mentorship & Flexibility: Support apprentices and adapt to varying work demands, demonstrating leadership and resilience.
UU will also offer you opportunities to learn and grow via personal development programs (PDM), shadow-days amongst the wider business and facilitation of project-relevant qualifications such as bachelors and masters degrees, AMP Project Management Qualifications (PMQ), professional membership, support to gain chartership, leadership coaching, professional accreditation and mentoring.
We are here to support you in reaching your full potential and thriving in your career and beyond.
Technical Skills & Experience
To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following criteria:
Experience using vehicle diagnostic equipment
Team working, organisational skills
Communication with customers and contractors
Knowledge of Transport and Health and Safety Legislation
Welding and fabrication skills (MIG) would be advantageous
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
Time served apprentice with City and guilds level 3 in HGV maintenance and repair OR equivalent qualification, skills, knowledge and experience
Valid driving licence
Ability to learn the necessary skills to obtain a Class 1 HGV driving licence
Desirable Qualifications
IRTEC inspection technician qualification is advantageous
Benefits
A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
Best Doctors
Salary Finance
Wealth at Work courses
Deals and discounts
EVolve Car Scheme
Employee Assistance Plan
Mental health first aiders
ShareBuy
MORE Choices flexible benefits
Enhanced parental leave schemes
Salary - £52,192.97 Work Type - Onsite Job Location - Trafford workshop, Fleet Maintenance (Garage), Unit H3 & H4, 33/35 Wheelforge Way, Ashburton Point, Trafford Park, Manchester, M17 1EH Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 48.0 Hours per Week
United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
