Mechanic

Arnold Clark Group; Birtley; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £40k–£50k

Performance bonuses up to £9,000 every

Overtime paid at time and a half

33 days annual leave

Flexible hours

Toolbox cover

EV accreditation training

Private healthcare

Maternity & paternity packages

Employee discounts

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group is recruiting for a skilled mechanic at our Birtley store. You will service, repair and maintain a wide range of vehicles with care and precision, using diagnostics to identify issues and ensuring high standards of workmanship.

You will join a supportive team with access to EV accreditation training, generous leave, private healthcare and salary progression, plus opportunities to benefit from bonuses and annual reviews. This role is based on site in Birtley, England.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 or equivalent.
• Experience in automotive repair and servicing.
• Good communication and accuracy in work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards.
• Inspect engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues with diagnostic tools.
• Repair or replace defective parts.
• Carry out DVSA vehicle testing if authorised.
• Road test vehicles to verify repairs.
• Maintain equipment and ensure tools are in good condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Proactive attitude

Punctuality

Customer service

Education

Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 certificate

Tools

DVSA diagnostic equipment

Computer-based diagnostics

Job description

We offer our mechanics:

• £40,000 – £50,000 DOE plus benefits
• Additional opportunity to earn up to £9,000 every three years in performance bonuses(terms and conditions apply)
• All overtime paid at time and a half
• BirtleyMotorstore/MG
• Starting from 33 days annual leave (with room to grow)
• Flexible hours
• Toolbox cover
• Training provided to become an EV accredited Technician
• Generous employee discounts
• Opportunities to review salary yearly
• Private healthcare and sick-pay cover
• Maternity and paternity packages

Mechanics, we couldn’t do it without you…

As a mechanic, you’ll safely prepare our customers’ cars for the road ahead. You’ll care about every detail and take pride in doing a meticulous job. Above all, you’ll want to be part of a capable, motivated team who feel the same way. You’ll get the chance to work on an incredible range of manufacturers and models, developing your skills and staying up to date with the very latest in vehicle technology.

Essential skills

• A certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 and solid work experience in the automotive industry
• The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a busy team
• Strong communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to carry out work to high standards and to deadlines
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach
• The ability to accurately follow written and spoken instructions
• A full driving licence

Day-to-day duties

• Carrying out servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards
• Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment
• Repairing or replacing broken or defective parts
• Carrying out DVSA vehicle testing (if authorised)
• Road testing vehicles to check repairs
• Maintaining equipment and making sure tools are in good condition.
• Following checklists to ensure all procedures are completed
• Completing all documentation to the required standard

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.