BMW & MINI Vehicle Technician

Vines Group; Jacobs Well; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends

BMW Academy training

Staff discounts

Health plan

Sabbatical leave

Job summary

Vines Group in Guildford, Surrey, is seeking a BMW & MINI Vehicle Technician to join a permanent full-time team. You will diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical issues, adhering to BMW standards and manufacturer servicing times.

The role offers a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday (08:00–18:00), no weekend work, and access to expert training at the BMW Academy, plus a generous benefits package and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• City & Guilds or equivalent qualification accepted.
• BMW Senior Technician or equivalent from a prestige retailer.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical and technical issues.
• Repair work within manufacturers’ servicing and repair times.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections to BMW standards.
• Advise on faults and future servicing requirements observed on vehicles.
• Identify potential customer savings through preventative maintenance.

Skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Level 3 NVQ in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)

City & Guilds qualification

BMW Senior Technician qualification or equivalent

Job description

BMW & MINI Vehicle Technician

Application Deadline: 25 September 2026

Department: Car Service

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Reporting To: David Austen - Aftersales Manager

Compensation: £41,200 - £50,000 / year

Description

Want your weekends back for good? At Vines, you’ll never work weekends. Enjoy a 40-hour week, Monday to Friday between (08:00–18:00), and be part of a supportive, family-focused team that genuinely values its technicians.

What you’ll get:

• No weekends ever
• Premium BMW & MINI work
• Expert training at the renowned BMW Academy
• Market leading benefits such as; High street discount vouchers, sabbatical leave, medical cash plan, buy & sell holiday and staff purchasing/ discount schemes.

Salary Bandings

Salary Bandings | | Salary | OTE

• Service Technician (Non Brand /ATA) £35,500 | £41,200 *up to £35,500 dependent upon experience
• Accredited Service Technician | £41,000 | £45,000
• Accredited Senior Technician £45,000 | £50,000

What you will be doing:

• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical, and technical issues on our vehicles.
• Diagnose and carry out repairs effectively and efficiently within manufacturers’ servicing and repair times.
• Perform routine maintenance and inspections on vehicles according to BMW standards
• Advise and report on vehicle and parts faults and servicing requirements noticed while working on vehicles, including future servicing repair requirements
• Look for ways to identify future customer costs savings by recommending preventative maintenance and appropriate vehicle expenditure

What We're Looking For:

• Level 3 NVQ in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).
• City & Guilds qualification or other adequate qualifications.
• BMW Senior Technician qualification or equivalent from prestigious retailer
• Experience in the diagnosis, servicing, maintenance, and repair of motor vehicles
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Career development and progression is incredibly important to us so, in return we offer nationally recognised pathways for BMW Technician Accreditation at the BMW Group Training Academy in Berkshire, with the opportunity to progress to Master Technician.

Why work for Vines:

• Great Team: Work with friendly, passionate people who love what they do.
• Exciting Challenges: Keep things interesting with new tasks and challenges every day.
• Great Perks: Competitive pay, cool benefits, and plenty of room to grow.
• 24 Days Holiday: Plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days with service.
• Birthday Off: Celebrate your special day!
• Staff Purchase Scheme: Discounts on cars and motorbikes.
• Health Plan: Medical health cash plan.
• Enhanced Parental Benefits
• Flexible Holidays: Buy and sell holiday days.
• Growth Opportunities: Job shadowing scheme and training at the BMW Academy.
• Extra Perks: High street discount vouchers, sabbatical leave, long service awards, and much more!