Junior Vehicle Preparation & Site Assistant

Jurni Limited

Witney

Hybrid

GBP 18,000 - 21,000

Full time

32 hours ago
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Job summary

Jurni Limited in Witney is seeking a Junior Vehicle Preparation & Site Assistant to join our team and learn practical skills in the automotive sector. Based at our Witney site, you will work with our vehicle preparation team to prep minibuses, cars and vans to high standards.

No previous experience is required; the right attitude and reliability are what we look for. You will receive training and contribute to cleaning, detailing, stock movement and general site duties as you grow in the role.

Qualifications

  • Experience isn't essential; attitude matters most.
  • Willingness to learn practical vehicle preparation skills.
  • Able to follow instructions and work safely.
  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
  • Friendly, positive and a good team player.

Responsibilities

  • Wash and clean vehicles inside and out.
  • Vacuum and interior cleaning; basic detailing.
  • Prepare vehicles for display and customer handover.
  • Assist with polishing and other preparation tasks.
  • Move vehicles around forecourt, workshop and storage areas.
  • Stock management, collections and deliveries support.
  • General yard, site maintenance and tidy organisation.
  • Support wider team with operational duties.

Skills

Hands-on
Vehicle interest
Reliable
Punctual
Team player
Independent after training
Full UK driving licence
D1 entitlement desirable

Job description

Junior Vehicle Preparation & Site Assistant

14th Sep 2026

Preloved Jurni is looking for a Junior Vehicle Preparation & Site Assistant to join our team.

Preloved Jurni is the used vehicle division of Jurni, a well-established UK vehicle leasing business with over 20 years' experience in managing, maintaining and leasing vehicles.

Based in Witney, Oxfordshire, Preloved specialises in quality-assured used minibuses, alongside cars and vans. Many of our vehicles have been managed and maintained by Jurni from day one, giving us an excellent understanding of their history and condition.

We prepare every vehicle carefully before it reaches the customer, with a strong focus on quality, presentation and customer confidence.

We're growing our team and are looking for practical, enthusiastic people to join us at an exciting time for the business.

Do you enjoy working with your hands, like vehicles and want to learn new practical skills?

Preloved Jurni is looking for a Junior Vehicle Preparation & Site Assistant to join our team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is keen to learn and develop a career in the vehicle industry. You don't need years of experience - we're looking for the right attitude, reliability and willingness to get stuck in.

You'll work alongside our experienced vehicle preparation team and learn how to prepare our used minibuses to a high standard.

What you'll be doing

You'll receive training and support while helping with:

  • Washing and cleaning vehicles inside and out
  • Vacuuming and interior cleaning
  • Valeting and basic detailing
  • Preparing vehicles for display and customer handover
  • Helping with polishing and other vehicle preparation tasks
  • Removing stickers, decals and vehicle graphics
  • Assisting with minor vehicle preparation and fitting basic components
  • Moving vehicles safely around the forecourt, workshop and storage areas
  • Helping with vehicle stock managementAssisting with collections and deliveries
  • General yard and site maintenance
  • Keeping the workshop, preparation area and yard clean, tidy and organised
  • Loading, unloading and moving equipment and materials
  • Supporting the wider team with general operational duties
What we're looking for

Experience isn't essential - what matters most is your attitude. We're looking for someone who is:

  • Practical and enjoys hands-on work
  • Interested in vehicles and learning new skills
  • Reliable, punctual and hardworking
  • Happy to get stuck in and help with different jobs
  • Able to follow instructions and work safely
  • Keen to develop their vehicle preparation skills
  • Friendly and positive
  • Able to work independently once trained
  • A good team player with a strong work ethic
  • Proud of doing a job properly

You must have a full UK driving licence. D1 entitlement would be desirable but is not essential.

The opportunity

This is an ideal role for someone looking to start or develop a career in the automotive industry. You'll learn practical skills across vehicle preparation, valeting, detailing, site operations and vehicle movements while working alongside experienced colleagues.

If you're reliable, enthusiastic and practical, and want a job where you can learn and develop, we'd love to hear from you.

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