Specialist UK bank offering savings and lending products, focused on mortgages and business finance.
Maintain and repair municipal vehicles, oversee workshop operations and ensure compliance.
16 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Wellington, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
1,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Property Development
Real Estate Finance
Residential Mortgages
Buy-to-Let Mortgages
Commercial Mortgages
Savings Accounts
Investment Solutions
Business Banking
Sector Specialisms
Buy-to-Let Mortgages
Consumer Lending
Savings Products
Agriculture
Aviation
Construction
Commercial Lending
Role
Description
system testing
diagnostic tools
stock management
job scheduling
fault diagnosis
workshop ops
Test and check that systems and components are safe, secure and working properly.
Ensure all service and maintenance paperwork is completed to DVSA standards in a timely manner .
Monitor consumable stock onsite i.e. oils and other fluids and order replenishments when required.
Manage workload to ensure smooth running of workshop.
Cover out of hours breakdown standby on a rota basis if required.
Use various equipment, including hand-held and onboard compression gauges or diagnostic computers.
Maintain and establish a safe, secure and compliant working environment.
Ensure daily VOR report is sent to Workshop Controller before 9am to be sent with the combined NNC report.
Complete daily handover to the workshop controller on fleet status/repair progress
Maintain efficient day to day operation of the workshop and manage running defects to keep VOR to a minimum.
Ensure warranty parts returned and relevant paperwork completed
Test drive vehicles where permitted and correct driving license is held.
Obtain accurate costings from suppliers and set to estimate for fleet desk approval when required.
Carry out vehicle inspection examinations in line with VOSA procedure and Company policy.
Diagnose faults by isolating systems or components that may have caused or potentially cause a problem.
Repair or replace worn parts ahead of the vehicle’s breakdown or damage.
Ensure the safety of all personnel and security of premises under your control.
Gain authorisation to repair or fit parts as required by Company Procedure.
Create jobs from set schedule in Fleetwave and process to in progress ensuring all information is accurate and correct
When workload permits assist other local workshops.Work safely in accordance with Risk Assessments and Method Statements, using the correct PPE.
Maintain a degree of flexibility while working in order to provide adequate cover to serve customer and workshop requirements.
Requirements
electrical
hydraulic
vehicle maintenance
health safety
diagnostics
hgv licence
Leadership and managerial skills
Electrical and hydraulic systems knowledge
Municipal vehicle maintenance experience
High level of Health and Safety awareness
Driving licence HGV Class 2 (minimum)
Good reading and computer literacy
Good communicator and listener
Diagnostic and problem-solving skills
DVSA HGV Inspection Course
Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
HGV Apprentice Served Qualification
Benefits
Life Assurance and Personal Accident Cover
Share Save Scheme: Annually, you have the opportunity to buy shares in Paragon at a discounted rate
Profit Related Pay: We share some of our annual profit with our eligible employees
Volunteering Day: Contribute to causes you care about with one volunteering day per year
Family Friendly policies : We offer enhanced parental pay and paid time off for fertility treatment
Pension Plan: We contribute up to 10% of your annual salary towards your pension
Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days, you also get to enjoy a day off for your birthday, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Eve. You can also buy or sell up to a week’s leave
Employee Discounts: Enjoy exclusive discounts on entertainment, travel, shopping, motoring and more
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
we do not offer visa sponsorship; applicants must have the right to work in the uk.
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
1985-founded
Year Established
Operates since 1985 as National Home Loans Corporation.
FTSE 250-listed
Market Ranking
A fully integrated specialist bank listed on the FTSE 250.
£15B in loans
Managed Assets
Manages over £15 billion in loans across its lending segments.
£1.3B revenue
Annual Revenue
Reported over £1.3 billion in revenue in 2024.
Operates through two main segments: mortgage lending (primarily buy‑to‑let) and commercial lending including motor, development, SME and structured finance.
Has built a strong pipeline in buy‑to‑let and property development finance, recently driving notable loan growth.
Notable for limited motor finance exposure amidst broader sector risks, highlighting its prudent risk management.
Strong digital push with initiatives like the Spring savings app and enhanced buy‑to‑let mortgage platforms.
Culture + Values
To work together to ensure good outcomes for all our customers
To maintain the highest standards and deliver our products and services with care and accuracy
To be honest and open in everything we do
To ensure we have fun while achieving success!
To drive the business forward with determination and to do so with effort and enthusiasm
To identify and create new business opportunities and apply creative and effective solutions to problems
To work in harmony and collectively towards the delivery of our overall objective
To treat people as individuals and listen to their views
Environment + Sustainability
48% emissions reduction
Operational Emissions Reduction
Committed to reducing operational market-based emissions by 48% compared to the 2019 baseline by 2024.
95% renewable electricity
Renewable Energy Usage
95% of electricity is sourced from renewable sources, significantly reducing the carbon footprint of operations.
53.4% green lending
Sustainable Mortgage Lending
53.4% of new mortgage lending in 2024 was allocated to EPC-rated A–C properties, promoting energy efficiency.
£300M green funding
Green Homes Initiative Funding
Increased funding to £300 million in 2024 to support green initiatives, fostering sustainable living and energy efficiency.
Joined Bankers for Net Zero and committed to be net zero across operational footprint by 2030.
SME division funds green assets including solar panels, wind turbines, EV charging, heat pumps, and energy storage.
Issued £150 million Tier 2 Green Bond in March 2021 to finance EPC A–B residential real estate.
No environmental prosecutions or fines to date.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Female
Senior Management Target
Aiming for 40% female representation in senior roles by 2025, up from 35% in 2022.
5% Minority
Senior Management Diversity
Targeting at least 5% representation from ethnic minority backgrounds in senior roles by 2027.
Established EDI Network in 2020 to support diverse talent and build inclusive workforce
Signed Race at Work Charter principles including board-level commitment and ethnicity data capture
Accredited Disability Confident employer: inclusive recruitment, interview, adjustments and support
Launched cross-company mentoring via 30% Club; founding member of Progress Together for socio‑economic diversity
Published annual Gender Pay Gap Report; no indication of unequal pay in similar roles, but men in higher-paid roles highlighted
Annual data collection on age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion and disability to monitor diversity progress