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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 keep the fleet safe, reliable and legally compliant. Requirements typically include relevant vehicle maintenance experience, practical knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, diagnostic ability, and a recognised automotive or commercial vehicle qualification. An MOT-related qualification or experience with vans and light commercial vehicles may be advantageous. The candidate is expected to work safely, follow maintenance procedures, complete accurate records, respond to breakdowns when required and support fleet availability. The role requires good organisation, teamwork, attention to detail and flexibility, including the ability to work shifts or overtime. A full driving licence and commitment to health, safety and quality standards are commonly expected.
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 operating an extensive air, road and ground network. The business provides express parcel delivery, freight transportation, international shipping, customs support and supply-chain services for individuals and organisations. In the United Kingdom, FedEx serves businesses and consumers through distribution hubs, depots, aircraft operations and a large commercial vehicle fleet. The company employs people across transport, engineering, warehouse operations, customer service, technology and corporate functions. Vehicle Maintenance Technicians are important to keeping the ground fleet safe, compliant and operational, helping ensure dependable deliveries. FedEx places emphasis on safety, service quality, operational efficiency, teamwork and professional development, while offering roles in a structured international environment.