Automotive Technician

Volvo Car UK; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive brand is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician in Huddersfield. This role offers competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £43,000 annually, dependent on experience. Successful candidates will benefit from full manufacturer training, generous annual leave, gym membership, and a positive working environment. Previous experience or transferable skills in a similar role are essential. Join a team dedicated to innovation and safety within the auto industry.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Company pension

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

Full manufacturer training

Qualifications

• Technical expertise to work at pace.
• Comfortable operating with set processes and procedures.
• Motivated, dedicated and organised.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance, service and repair activities on motor vehicles.
• Repair, test vehicles and diagnose faults.
• Advise and report on vehicle faults and servicing requirements.

Skills

Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician

Ability to work in teams

Focus on Health & Safety

Education

Industry recognised qualification (level 2 or level 3)

Job description

Vehicle Technician Career Opportunity

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 an exciting opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join one of Volvo’s retailers, Ray Chapman Motors Huddersfield. 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.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance, service and repair activities on motor vehicles of all types.
• Train to work in teams as per Volvo Personal Service global programme
• Work to the highest level within scheduled times to meet company, franchise and manufacturers' standards.
• Repair, test vehicles and diagnose faults.
• Replace components, parts, lubricants and consumables whilst maintaining records and providing quality write ups for the customer and manufacturer.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area, organised and safe from hazards to 'Health and Safety'*
• Advise and report on vehicle faults, servicing requirements including future servicing / repair requirements through the Vehicle Health Check and Video process

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.

What’s on offer

• Salary £30,000.00-£43,000.00 per year (depending on experience)
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Full manufacturers training provided and regular development courses (including Electric Vehicle and High Voltage Technician training)
• Bonus schemes : Individual time saved, customer satisfaction and team bonus schemes.

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!