Diagnostic Technician

Lookers; South Woodham Ferrers; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in the UK seeks a Senior Technician for their Ford dealership in South Woodham Ferrers. This role involves performing diagnostics and repairs according to manufacturer guidelines with opportunities for career advancement and manufacturer training. Join a supportive team committed to excellence in vehicle maintenance.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays that increase with service

Eligibility to join car schemes

Critical illness cover after 2 years

Smart Health - free access to support 24/7

Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Motor industry experience (brand or non-brand).
• Full and valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical and electrical diagnosis using diagnostic machines.
• Work with Master Technician for complex issues.
• Advise customers on necessary further work.

Skills

Mechanical diagnosis

Electrical diagnosis

Team support

Customer service

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

OTE

Overview

Ford, South Woodham Ferrers

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: up to £44,600 OTE (basic £36,000 to £38,000 depending on qualifications)

Hours: (42 hours per week)Monday - Friday 08:00 to 17:00 and alternate Saturdays 08:00 to 12:00

Our Ford Dealership in South Woodham Ferrers is recruiting for a Senior Technician to join their fantastic workshop. While working alongside a team of other experienced technicians, you will play a vital role carrying out mechanical and electrical diagnosis to manufacturer guidelines, and liaising with the Master Technician for guidance when dealing with complex issues.

This is a brilliant opportunity to learn from an incredible Team at Ford, where you will be provided with on-going support to ensure you have everything you need in order to succeed in your role, with the chance to work on prestigious vehicles. We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, to accelerate your career further.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out mechanical and electrical diagnosis using (Brand specific diagnostic machine) to manufacturers guidelines
• Working with the Master Tech for guidance when dealing with complex issues
• Working closely with the manufacturers technical team when guidance is required
• Advising the customer/ manufacturer of any further work required
• Road testing with the customer to support in identifying faults

Qualifications

The ideal candidate to be considered for this role will have minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, motor industry experience (brand or non-brand), and a full and valid UK driving licence. You’ll be self-motivated whilst being able to support your team, ambitious and eager to learn, and are able to work to and maintain the highest of standards to all vehicles that take a spin through our doors.

About us

Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;

• Enhanced holidays that increase with service
• Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
• Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
• Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• For some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus.

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check.