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Vehicle Maintenance Technician
Role summary
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The Vehicle Maintenance Technician is responsible for inspecting, servicing, repairing and maintaining FedEx vehicles to ensure they are safe, reliable and compliant with UK regulations. Candidates typically need relevant experience in commercial vehicle, HGV, van or fleet maintenance, along with sound knowledge of mechanical, electrical and diagnostic systems. A recognised vehicle-maintenance qualification, such as NVQ, City & Guilds or an equivalent apprenticeship, is desirable. The role requires practical problem-solving skills, attention to detail, safe working practices and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Candidates are expected to complete accurate maintenance records, respond to breakdowns when required and support high vehicle-availability standards. A full driving licence and flexibility for shift work may also 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.
Working in the UK
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About Federal Express Corporation EU
Federal Express Corporation, commonly known as FedEx, is a global transportation, logistics and delivery company providing express parcel, freight and supply-chain services. Its European operations connect businesses and consumers across the region and worldwide through road, air and distribution networks. In the United Kingdom, FedEx operates delivery stations, vehicle fleets, aircraft connections, warehouses and customer-service operations supporting time-critical shipments. The company employs drivers, engineers, warehouse specialists, technicians, operations staff and corporate professionals. Vehicle Maintenance Technicians play an important role by keeping the fleet safe, compliant and operational, helping FedEx maintain dependable delivery performance. Employees may receive structured training, safety support, pension benefits, holiday entitlement and other benefits, depending on the specific contract and location. Exact duties, working patterns and benefits vary between FedEx sites and vacancies.