Click & Collect Valeter

Arnold Clark; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ holiday allowance with room

Generous retail discounts

Private healthcare

Simplyhealth – GP access and moneyback

Pension scheme

Maternity and paternity packages

Training and progression

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group in Edinburgh is seeking a dedicated Valeter to ensure all vehicles are presented in sparkling condition inside and out. This role suits someone who enjoys a physical, active workload, with meticulous attention to detail and strong teamwork.

You will join a supportive employer offering a clear path for training, progression opportunities, and benefits including 33 days holiday, private healthcare, pension, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Self-motivation and ability to work in a team.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Willingness to participate in training programmes.

Responsibilities

• Clean sold and stock vehicles to high standards.
• Manage vehicle schedule using an online diary system.
• Clean exteriors with a high-powered pressure washer.
• Vacuum and shampoo interiors.
• Polish/buff bodywork to enhance appearance.
• Follow health and safety procedures when handling chemicals.
• Maintain and report defects in equipment; comply with PPE.
• Meet set timeframes and complete daily records.
• Support the branch with other duties as required.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Basic computer skills

High level of attention to detail

Self-motivation

Team player

Multi-tasking

Willingness to participate in training

Tools

Online diary system

Job description

We offer:

• 33 days’ holiday allowance with room to grow
• Generous retail discounts
• Private healthcare
• Simplyhealth – all employees have access to a GP 24/7 and can claim money back on medical and dental treatments
• Pension scheme
• Maternity and paternity packages
• Opportunities for training and progression
• And much more…

Hours

Full time: Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5pm

About the role

As an Arnold Clark Valeter, you’ll be responsible for ensuring all our vehicles are presented in sparkling condition.

This position will be a perfect fit for someone who enjoys working in an active, physical role, has meticulous attention to detail and is a fantastic team player.

Day-to-day duties

• Cleaning sold and stock vehicles to a high standard
• Using an online diary system to manage vehicle schedule
• Cleaning vehicles externally with a high-powered pressure washer
• Using a high-powered vacuum to clean and shampoo vehicle interiors
• Working with a polishing/buffing machine to enhance bodywork
• Complying with health and safety procedures while working with chemicals
• Making sure that all equipment and machinery is properly maintained and secure at all times, reporting any defects and complying with manufacturers’ instructions and PPE recommendations
• Working to set timeframes and targets
• Using an online diary system to manage vehicle schedule
• Completing a daily record of work
• Other duties to support the branch as required

Essential skills

• Full UK driving licence
• Basic computer skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Basic computer skills
• Self-motivation with the ability to work as part of a team
• The ability to multi-task
• Willingness to participate in training programmes

Valet experience is preferred but not essential, training can be provided for a candidate who demonstrates a high level of enthusiasm and the other required criteria. Arnold Clark also operates a Valet Academy which all new valet staff will attend.

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.