Click & Collect Valeter

Arnold Clark Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Training & progression

Staff discounts

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group in Edinburgh Sighthill is seeking a motivated Valeter to ensure our vehicles are presented to a high standard. This full-time role offers stable hours and a friendly team environment.

You’ll use a diary system to schedule work, perform exterior washing, interior vacuuming, and polishing, while following health and safety guidelines. Training is provided, and there are opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Basic computer skills required for diary systems and records.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in cleaning tasks.
• Self-motivated team player with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to multitask and manage deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Clean sold and stock vehicles to a high standard.
• Use online diary to manage vehicle schedule.
• Clean exteriors with a high-powered pressure washer.
• Vacuum and shampoo interiors, buffing bodywork.
• Follow health and safety procedures with chemicals.
• Maintain equipment and report defects.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Multitasking

Willingness to training

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Valeter to join our Click & Collect branch in Edinburgh Sighthill.

We offer:

• 33 days' holiday allowance with room to grow
• Generous retail discounts
• Private healthcare
• Simplyhealth all employees have access to a GP 24/3 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.