Automotive Technician

JR United Kingdom; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive brand as a Diagnostic Technician or Service Technician with Volvo's popular retailer, Agnew Volvo Belfast. Enjoy comprehensive training, flexible working hours, and a safe environment equipped with the latest technology. Benefit from competitive salary, annual leave, and pension schemes while contributing to a team focused on safety and innovation.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Life assurance and pension scheme

Bonus schemes for performance

Full manufacturers training provided

Qualifications

• Experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic or transferable skills.
• Comfortable with set processes and procedures.
• Ability to perform MOT’s is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and maintenance of all vehicles across the brand.
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair.
• Completing job cards and electronic write ups.

Skills

Electrical fault diagnosis

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Hydraulic fault diagnosis

Health & Safety focus

Technical expertise

Education

Level 3 Vehicle Technician qualification

Level 2 Vehicle Technician qualification

Job description

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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 Diagnostic Technician or Service Technician to join one of our popular retailers, Agnew Volvo Belfast. 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.

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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 ongoing 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…

• 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
• 25 days 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…

Working hours – Monday - Friday 08.30 -17.30 or 07.30 - 16.30, 1 in 4 Saturdays 09.00 – 13.00 flexible hours and part time also available

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!