Automotive Technician

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Service Technician and MOT Tester to join a dynamic team in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge vehicle technology while providing comprehensive training and development opportunities. As part of a supportive team, you will be responsible for servicing and maintaining vehicles, diagnosing faults, and ensuring high standards of safety and quality. With flexible working options and a competitive salary, this position is perfect for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in the automotive industry. Join a company committed to innovation and excellence, where your skills will make a real difference.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working Options

Full Manufacturer Training

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Bonus Schemes

Regular Development Courses

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle servicing and maintenance with technical expertise.
• Qualified Vehicle Technician with recognized qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining vehicles across the brand.
• Conducting fault diagnosis and repairs, including MOT testing.
• Supporting Apprentice Technicians as required.

Skills

Vehicle Technician Experience

Electrical Fault Diagnosis

Mechanical Fault Diagnosis

Hydraulic Fault Diagnosis

Team Player

Health & Safety Focus

Technical Expertise

iPad Software Proficiency

Education

Level 3 Vehicle Technician Qualification

Level 2 Vehicle Technician Qualification

Tools

Electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHC)

Franchise Platforms

Job description

Want to work with a brand pioneering vehicle technology? Volvo we want to disrupt the auto industry and be a leader in safety – and for that we need you.

We have exciting opportunities for an experienced Service Technician and MOT Tester to join Paul Rigby Volvo Birmingham. Our retailers offer a safe and friendly environment featuring state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and workshop technology.

You'll be part of a fantastic team working with a brand dedicated to making life easier, better, and safer for everyone. As part of your employment, you’ll also receive comprehensive training, flexible working options, benefits, and a bonus scheme.

About this opportunity…

As a skilled technician, you will become part of a team of experts supporting one of our well-known retailers. Full manufacturer training is provided, so specific brand experience is not required. You will also receive ongoing training at Volvo’s training and development centre to keep you up to date with the latest technology.

Responsibilities:

• Servicing and maintenance of all vehicles across the brand.
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, including warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters.
• Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified).
• Completing job cards and electronic write ups on franchise platforms.
• Completion of electronic vehicle health checks (eVHC’s).
• Support Apprentice Technicians as required.

What you’ll bring…

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic (or transferable skills within a similar role) with technical expertise to work at pace.
• A team player who is comfortable operating with set processes and procedures.
• A qualified Vehicle Technician with an industry recognised qualification, ideally level 3 but level 2 will be considered (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Ability to carry out MOT’s is desirable, but not essential as full training will be offered.
• Motivated, dedicated and organised with a focus on Health & Safety in the workplace.
• Tech savvy and confident using iPad software.

What’s on offer…

• Competitive salary and OTE.
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working to suit you and your lifestyle, with weekends on a rota basis.
• Full manufacturers training provided and regular development courses (including Electric Vehicle and High Voltage Technician training).
• Life assurance and pension scheme.
• Bonus schemes: Individual time saved, customer satisfaction and team bonus schemes.
• Plus many more…

Please note we can only accept applications from candidates who are eligible to work in the UK without Sponsorship.

Volvo’s Retailers welcome applications from candidates of any background who have relevant repair, maintenance, and servicing vehicles experience, including those from other industries who have transferable skills and competencies. If you can demonstrate good mechanical and electrical competencies with an ability to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard, we have the training and facilities to help you make the next big step in your career!