Improver Technician- Select Ossett

D.M.Keith Limited; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family run automotive business in Wakefield is seeking a Level 2 or 3 Vehicle Technician. Successful candidates will be skilled in mechanical repairs and will have opportunities for training and brand accreditation. A can-do attitude and a full UK driver's license are required. Competitive salary with a welcome bonus of £2000, a retention scheme of up to £10,000, and additional benefits including annual leave and training programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus package

Welcome bonus of £2000

Referral bonuses

Retention scheme worth up to £10,000

Long service rewards

Training and leadership development programs

30 days annual leave including bank holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to undertake both minor and major mechanical faults.
• Experience working within a workshop environment is desirable.
• Willingness to expand knowledge in automotive repair.

Responsibilities

• Repair vehicles to manufacturer specifications.
• Handle engine repairs and other major mechanical work.
• Work collaboratively in a workshop environment.

Skills

Drive

Passion for automotive work

Ability to use workshop equipment

Can-do attitude

Education

NVQ level 2 or 3 trained or equivalent

Job description

We are currently looking for a Level 2 or 3 VehicleTechnician to come and join our family run business at our Ossett site.

We are looking for candidates who are either Level 2 or 3 trained,

looking to complete their training and further their career through Brand Accreditation,

to join us at D M Keith!

About Us

Our business started over 60 years ago and has been in the

same family ever since. From our very humble beginnings, we have grown to be in

the top 100 car dealers in the country. Across our 21 businesses we have a

stable workforce of over 600 people, many of whom have been with us for years.

We are always on the lookout for nice, genuine people who genuinely care about

our customers and have a can-do attitude.

Our recruitment philosophy is that werecruit for

attitude and train for skills, which means that although we’re often looking

for specific technical skills, if you are attracted by ourFamily Values

of Fit, Fun, Family and Fearless, you’ll fit in well here and we’d like to hear

from you!

About You

Your duties will depend upon your experience and training

but as a skilled Technician / Mechanic, you will be able to undertake both minor

and major mechanical faults (including engine repairs) and return vehicles back

to manufacturer specification and standards.

We are welcoming applications from Technicians who are NVQ

level 2 or 3 trained, or equivalent. Experience working within a workshop

environment is desirable, if you have experience in a small / independent garage

but are wanting to expand your knowledge then this role is for you!

What will you need to succeed in the role :

• Drive, passion and enthusiasm to succeed.
• Demonstrate capability and confidence in using equipment within the workshop safely.
• A ‘can do’ attitude.

What we offer :

• A competitive salary and bonus package.
• ‘Welcome bonus’- All successful candidates will receive a £1000 ‘Welcome’ bonus in their first months pay, followed by a further £1000 on completion of 12 months at D M Keith.
• Referral bonus : £1,000 on joining and £1,000 after 12 months for both the referrer and the joining technician.
• We offer a retention scheme worth up to £10,000 which increases with length of service.
• Long service rewards.
• A range of training and leadership development programs.
• Manufacturertrainingfor product knowledge to give you the technical skills you need to be working for part of a franchise.
• 30 days annual leave inclusive of 8 bank holidays, increasing at 5 and 10 years service.
• Preferential service rates and repairs including family and friends vehicles.
• A workplace pension scheme.
• If you have worked in retail previously, you will be glad to know we close Easter Sunday, Christmas day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

Working hours :

Mon – Fri around college commitments and Saturday

mornings alternated via rota.

You will require a Full UK drivers’ licence.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to

creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on

the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion,

disability or other characteristics.