Lead Automotive Technician - Nairn

Enterprise Holdings; Inverness; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Comprehensive benefits

Employee perks including discounts on car hire

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Enterprise Holdings is looking for a skilled Lead Automotive Technician to lead the Flex-E-Rent team in Nairn. You will supervise technicians, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and conduct diagnostics and repairs. The position offers competitive salary, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits including generous leave. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 in automotive engineering, supervisory experience, and a full UK Driving Licence. Join us and be a vital part of our success.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Cat C).
• Ability to pass a security check (criminality, financial, and employment references).

Responsibilities

• Maintain workshop productivity to meet standards.
• Supervise technicians and manage training and appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Conduct high-quality servicing, diagnostics, and repairs.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Detail-oriented

Supervisory skills

Passion for vehicle maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering in motor vehicle maintenance or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Competitive Salary + Career Progression

Join a Team That Keeps the UK Moving

Make Your Move and join a team where leadership is valued, growth is supported, and your work drives real impact. At Enterprise Mobility, we operate one of the most diverse and dynamic vehicle fleets in the UK and Ireland. Now, we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Lead Automotive Technician to lead our Flex-E-Rent team Nairn. If you’re passionate about vehicles and team development, this is your opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay
• Structured Career Development
• Work‑Life Balance – Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend shifts.
• Generous Leave – 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30+ with service + bank holidays + time off on your Birthday.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Including pension, life assurance, access to same‑day virtual private GP appointments & more.
• Employee Perks – Discounts on car hire, Cycle to Work scheme, paid volunteer days.
• Promotion Opportunities – Our “promote from within” policy means your career can grow with us.

What Division will I be working in?

Enterprise Flex‑E‑Rent is our commercial vehicle rental division, providing services tailored to the needs of commercial vehicle hire customers from locations across the UK and Ireland. Join our team and be one of the people driving our growth.

Location

5 Tom Semple Rd, Nairn IV12 5QW

Responsibilities

• Maintain workshop productivity to meet Enterprise Flex‑E‑Rent standards, including strong coordination with Fleet Control.
• Supervise technicians, ensuring appraisals, training, competent person assessments, and internal quality assurance are completed.
• Manage staff attendance, holiday scheduling, and overtime authorisation.
• Ensure all workshop activities comply with Health & Safety, environmental policies, risk assessments, SSOW, manual handling and COSHH requirements.
• Achieve and uphold Competent Person status for yourself and the team, arranging required training via the Fleet Services Engineer.
• Oversee and carry out high‑quality servicing, diagnostics, repairs, preventative maintenance, and MOT preparation to ensure legislative compliance and vehicle safety.
• Support on‑site customer servicing or repairs when required, ensuring accurate completion of all related documentation.
• Monitor and manage stock levels with the parts supervisor, ensuring all deliveries and returns follow company procedures.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Engineering in motor vehicle maintenance or equivalent.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Full UK Driving Licence (Cat C).
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive, detail‑oriented approach and a passion for vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to pass a security check (criminality, financial, and employment references).