Automotive Technician

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks skilled Vehicle Technicians to join their dynamic team in South Lakes. This role offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art facilities and receive full manufacturer training. Whether you come from an independent garage or a main dealer, your expertise will be valued. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, and opportunities for professional development, including Electric Vehicle Technician training. Join a supportive environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on vehicle servicing and maintenance.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus birthday off

Pension scheme with life cover

Full manufacturers training

Bonus schemes for performance

Regular development courses

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle repair and maintenance in various settings.
• MOT License and Electric/Hybrid vehicle qualification are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintaining vehicles across the brand.
• Conducting electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis.
• Completing electronic vehicle health checks and job cards.

Skills

Fault diagnosis and repair

Servicing and maintenance

Team collaboration

Health & Safety focus

Electric and Hybrid vehicle knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

NVQ Level 2

Job description

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Are you an experienced vehicle technician with franchise dealership experience, looking to relocate to the lakes?

We have exciting opportunities for experienced Vehicle Technicians to join one of Volvo’s retailers based in South Lakes (Levens). Our retailers offer a safe and friendly environment featuring state-of-the-art facilities, equipment, and workshop technology.

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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 regular training at Volvo’s training and development centre to keep you up to date with the latest technology.

• Servicing and maintenance of all vehicles across the brand
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include 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…

• Whether you work at an independent garage, fast fit centre, car supermarket or main dealer, we would be interested in talking to you
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (required, but level 2 will be considered)
• A team-player who is comfortable operating with set processes and procedures
• Full UK Driving licence
• Motivated, dedicated and organised with a focus on Health & Safety in the workplace
• MOT License would be desirable, but not essential as full training will be offered
• An Electric and Hybrid vehicle qualification or certification would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided

What’s on offer…

• Industry competitive salary plus OTE (salary dependent on experience)
• 30 days holiday a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays), plus an extra day off on your birthday.
• Pension scheme with life cover (including independent financial advice).
• Full manufacturers training provided and regular development courses including Electric Vehicle 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!