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Vehicle Maintenance Technician Advanced
Role summary
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The Vehicle Maintenance Technician Advanced is responsible for inspecting, servicing, diagnosing and repairing FedEx vans, trucks and other fleet vehicles to ensure they remain safe, reliable and legally compliant. Candidates are expected to have strong mechanical knowledge, practical experience with commercial vehicles, and relevant technical qualifications such as an NVQ, City & Guilds or IMI certification. Experience with diesel engines, electrical systems, diagnostics, braking systems and preventative maintenance is valuable. The role requires safe working practices, accurate maintenance records, teamwork and the ability to work independently. A valid driving licence, flexibility for shifts or on-call work, attention to detail and a commitment to FedEx quality and safety standards are likely to be required.
Can I work in the UK?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Warehouse, driver and operations jobs are below degree level and cannot be sponsored; only managers can, and logistics managers only while on the shortage list.
Before you apply: Driver jobs need a licence that counts in that country, and a foreign one may not carry over: Japan's truck-driver visa asks for a class 1 licence, Qatar residents sit a driving test, and Ireland's permit list asks for a CE or C1E truck licence or one it recognises.
Watch for: Logistics managers are on the interim shortage list today, but the July 2026 review did not recommend them from January 2027. Youth schemes are the usual way in for Canadians, Australians and Indians.
Official source: GOV.UK: Immigration Rules, Appendix Skilled Occupations. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Logistics jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee is yours (GBP 819; GBP 324 health and care) unless the employer pays; moving help varies |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Pay and overtime | Pay starts at the National Living Wage, GBP 12.71 an hour from 1 April 2026 (age 21 and over, by law) |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
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About Federal Express Corporation EU
Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a global transportation, logistics and delivery company serving businesses and consumers worldwide. Its services include express parcel delivery, freight transportation, supply chain solutions and customs support. FedEx operates an extensive network of aircraft, vehicles, distribution hubs and local stations, with the United Kingdom forming an important part of its European operations. Vehicle maintenance teams help keep the company’s road fleet safe, dependable and available for daily collections and deliveries. Employees typically work in a safety-focused, operational environment where reliability, compliance, customer service and teamwork are highly valued. FedEx offers roles across transport, engineering, warehouse operations, technology, customer service and corporate functions, with training and development opportunities available in many positions.