Vehicle Mechanic (Level 3)

British Car Auctions Ltd; Grimsby; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and ADP

Job summary

British Car Auctions Ltd. is seeking a Diagnostics Technician to assess, recommend and complete mechanical repairs to enhance the value of wholesale remarketing vehicles.

The role supports the site operations and driving teams across multiple sites or on road assignments. The ideal candidate will be qualified to Level 2 or 3 (City and Guilds/NVQ/IMI), possess a full UK or EU driving licence, and have prior experience in vehicle or mechanical technician roles.

Qualifications

• Must have City and Guilds, NVQ or IMI qualification to Level 2 or 3.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
• Experience as a vehicle technician or related mechanical roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical repairs to approved methods (Cambelts, Clutches, wheel alignment).
• Ensure repairs are completed within deadlines and prioritized for efficiency.
• Identify when repairs are not possible and suggest alternatives.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards and clean workspaces.
• Follow standard operating procedures and document work accurately.
• Undertake other duties as requested by manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

City and Guilds / NVQ / IMI Level 2 or 3

Job description

Working Hours – 4 on 4 off shift pattern (06:00 - 18:00)

Type of Employment – Permanent

Join the UK’s largest B2B used vehicle service

At BCA, we’re altogether, more. More than just a normal vehicle remarketing company. More than just any other place to work. We’re Europe's largest vehicle remarketing company, the backbone of the UK’s automotive supply chain, the best place to build the career you want.

Now, this is where you fit in…

We’re looking for down-to‑earth people, with bags of energy, ready to make their mark on the automotive industry. Our Site Operations and Driving teams play a vital role across our business. Here you can build on your knowledge and find your specialty at one of our sites or on the road – the opportunities are endless.

Main purpose of the role:

As a Diagnostics Technician you will assess, recommend and complete mechanical repairs to enhance the value of wholesale remarketing vehicles.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Complete mechanical repairs in line with approved methods. Mechanical jobs e.g. Cambelts, Clutches, Wheel alignment, General wear and tear MOT Failure work.
• Work productively ensuring repairs are completed within the deadline and work prioritised to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Highlight when repairs are not possible, or an alternative solution is required.
• A high attention to detail and to escape where repairs could be completed more cost effectively.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping and cleanliness within workspaces.
• Ensure standard operating procedures are rigorously followed and documentation completed accurately.
• Undertake other duties as requested by your manager.

To be successful, you’ll bring some of the following experience with you:

• Qualified to City and Guilds, NVQ or IMI qualified to Level 2 or 3
• Full UK or EU Driving Licence with the ability to drive automatic and manual cars
• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanical Technician, Road Tester, Mechanical Inspector, Mobile Technician, Roadside /Recovery Mechanic, Car Mechanic, HGV Mechanic

We’ve put everything in place to ensure you thrive. Competitive salaries, strong core values and an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Onsite parking
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to BCA Rewards which provides online and store discounts with a range of retailers
• And so much more…

BCA Academy

Our business is growing and evolving at a significant rate and we need to ensure we have the right people with the right skills in order to maintain its success. We need to build our own talent now for the future. It is for this reason we have our own IMI approved training academy. The BCA Academy is there to support your technical training needs.

As the automotive industry changes, we’re changing with it - putting our people in the front seat for the journey. We’re the number one in what we do for a reason and that’s because of the people we have on our teams. If you want to be a part of a business like this; unrivalled, exciting and appreciative of the work you do, join BCA.

We are proud to be Level 1 Disability Confident and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.