Motor Vehicle Technician

Charles Trent; Poole; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted fuel

Staff discount on parts

Health Cash Plan

Critical Illness Cover

Family Day & Community Volunteer Day

28 days holiday per year

Increased pension contribution after 5 years

Job summary

A reputable automotive company located in Poole, Dorset, is looking for an experienced Motor Vehicle Technician. This role entails ensuring the quality of engines and gearboxes from dismantling lines and providing technical support to the Warranty and Returns department. Candidates should have a Level 3 Mechanical qualification and proven experience in the automotive sector. The position offers benefits such as health plans, holidays, and staff discounts, promoting a career focused on quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an automotive technician or mechanic.
• Solid understanding of vehicle systems and components.
• Methodical approach to testing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality of engines and gearboxes from dismantling lines.
• Provide technical support to the Warranty and Returns department.
• Manage warranty cases efficiently from start to finish.
• Carry out minor repairs and install parts on customer vehicles.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication skills

Diagnostic skills

Knowledge of Health & Safety compliance

Education

Level 3 Mechanical qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

We’re looking for a hands on, experienced Motor Vehicle Technician toensure that the quality of engines and gearboxes from our dismantling lines meet required standards. This role also provides technical support to our Warranty and Returns department and carries out minor engine repairs, working closely with the Sales Director to manage cases efficiently from start to finish.

Location: Poole, Dorset

Working Hours: 8am - 5pm

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday

Reporting to: All-In-Ones Supervisor

Requirements of the role:

What You’ll Be Doing

• Ensure the quality of engines and gearboxes from the powertrain dismantling lines
• Audit retail engines in stock to maintain compliance with quality standards
• Help train team members to produce work to the same high standards
• Provide technical support to the Warranty and Returns department, resolving cases efficiently
• Occasionally communicate with customers andvisit sites to resolve issues
• Carry out installations and refits of parts on customer vehicles under warranty
• Manage warranty cases from start to finish, updating internal systems and coordinating with sales
• Repair dismantled engines requiring minor repairs or part replacements
• Source and fit parts needed for engine and gearbox repairs
• Road test vehicles to ensure repair work meets standards
• Oversee cost-effective repairs from start to finish in coordination with sales

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Mechanical qualification or equivalent experience in diagnostics
• Proven experience as an automotive technician, mechanic, or in a related field, with a solid understanding of vehicle systems and components
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to testing and documentation
• Effective communication skills to collaborate within a team environment and provide clear resolution to issues
• Knowledge of Health & Safety compliance and ability to work to recognised processes and procedures

Why Join Us?

• Discounted fuel and staff discount on parts from day one!
• Health Cash Plan with Health Shield
• Critical Illness Cover
• Family Day & Community Volunteer Day
• 28 days holiday per year and extra holiday after 3 years’ service
• Increased pension contribution after 5 years

At Charles Trent, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer long term careers with purpose, opportunity, and real impact. If you’re ready to bring mechanics experience, structure, precisionand a proactive attitude to our team, we’d love to hear from you.