Vehicle Technician

Position:Vehicle Technician
Location: Southend, Essex
Salary: £31,500 for 45 hours, Monday – Friday, with 1 in 3 Saturdays paid as overtime at 1.5x and a realistic OTE of £40,000.

Opportunity Overview:

If you're a skilled Vehicle Technician seeking a new challenge or a recently qualified apprentice looking for a long-term career, we have the perfect role for you!

Our client, a respected car dealership group and brand, is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Technician to join to their accomplished team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a prominent employer in the automotive industry, working with a brilliant brand in a friendly and supportive environment!

Role Summary:

As a Vehicle Technician within the dealership, you will undertake a wide array of technical responsibilities, ranging from routine servicing to complex diagnostics and repairs. Your keen attention to detail and versatility in handling various tasks will be pivotal to success in this dynamic role.

Reporting directly to the Aftersales Manager, your primary responsibilities will include:

Technical Expertise: Perform various levels of technical work, including general servicing, repairs, diagnostics, and more, ensuring precision and efficiency in every task.

Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced dealership environment, maintaining high standards of workmanship and embracing diverse job requirements.

Collaborative Approach: Excel as a team player, demonstrating an open-minded and friendly disposition while harbouring long-term ambitions to grow within the organisation.

Why you should apply:

In addition to a highly attractive basic salary, commission and target related bonus, our client is also offering a range of other benefits including:

• 30 days holiday including bank holidays, plus additional holiday entitlement which increases with length of service
• Fantastic discounts on MOTs, services and parts
• Life assurance benefit, at no cost to yourself
• Discounted gym membership
• Retailer discount portal with discounts from some of the UK’s biggest retailers
• £500 refer a friend scheme
• Full training and support to develop and progress your career

Required Skills & Experience

To be considered for the position you will need to possess a relevant formal qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3), although we will consider applicants with NVQ level 2 also.

We are looking for individuals who possess the following attributes & skills:

• A full UK driving licence
• Experience of inspection, repair and servicing motor vehicles
• MOT Tester qualification would be highly beneficial
• Good verbal and written skills
• Previous experience working in a franchised dealership (preferred but not essential)

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide technical and diagnostic service ensuring customer satisfaction and productivity targets are met and exceeded
• Maintain the highest level of technical knowledge and ensure compliance with manufacturer training
• Uphold company and manufacturer quality standards
• Ensure 100% compliance with vehicle health check processes

About Automotive Recruiters:

At Automotive Recruiters, we're passionate about connecting talented individuals with the perfect roles in the UK's motor industry. Our goal is to ensure a great 'fit' for both candidates and employers, making the recruitment process enjoyable and professional for everyone involved.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £31,500.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Work Location: In person