Mechanic

Arnold Clark Group; Wallsend; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£40,000–£50,000 salary

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

Sick-pay cover

Maternity and paternity packages

Generous employee discounts

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group is seeking a skilled mechanic to prepare vehicles for the road, ensuring meticulous workmanship and attention to detail. You will contribute to a capable team, working on a wide range of makes and models while staying up to date with the latest vehicle technology.

You will receive benefits including extensive annual leave, overtime, and opportunities for salary progression, with training to become an EV-accredited technician and access to private healthcare and discounts.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 and solid work experience in automotive industry.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a busy team.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards.
• Inspecting engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues using diagnostic equipment.
• Repairing or replacing faulty parts and carrying out DVSA vehicle testing when authorised.
• Road testing vehicles to check repairs and ensuring tools are maintained in good condition.
• Complete documentation to required standards and follow checklists.

Skills

Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3

Automotive industry experience

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Follow written and spoken instructions

Full driving licence

Education

Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 certificate

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
• Newcastle Wallsend Silverlink OMODA/JAECOO
• 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.