New & Used Vehicle Preparation Technician

Listers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive group as a Vehicle Preparation Technician for Jaguar Land Rover in Hereford. You will perform pre-delivery inspections and mechanical repairs on vehicles, with full training provided. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement within a family-owned company.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Group life insurance

Staff discounts on car servicing

Manufacturer & professional qualifications

Qualifications

• Experience in the Automotive sector as a Vehicle Technician.
• Ability to carry out pre-delivery inspections.
• Possession of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical repairs on new and used vehicles.
• Conduct pre-delivery inspections to Jaguar Land Rover standards.
• Fit accessories and complete associated paperwork.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

New & Used Vehicle Preparation Technician – Jaguar Land Rover
Due to continuing growth, we are recruiting, we are looking to recruit a new and used vehicle preparation technician to join our Jaguar Land Rover team based at our site in Hereford. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, including working 1 in 4 Saturday mornings (43.5 hours week).
You will assist in the preparation of new and used vehicles received at Jaguar Land Rover Hereford preparation centre. You will be required to carry out new vehicle PDI's and used vehicle multipoint checks which will include the fitting of accessories and carrying out routine servicing and maintenance.
We offer an excellent basic salary of £30,000 with an OTE of £39,000 plus benefits.
To be considered for this vacancy you will have prior experience in a similar role as either a Fully or Part qualified technician.
In the role you will be required to:

Carry out pre-delivery inspections to New and Used cars to Jaguar Land Rover standards.
Carry out mechanical repairs on new and used cars to Jaguar Land Rover standards.
Visually inspect the exterior and interiors.
Report all defects to factory ordered options.
Fit accessories
Complete any associated paperwork prior to delivery to customers.
A full driving licence is essential, as you may need to carry out road testing. As long as you can demonstrate good mechanical and electrical knowledge and an ability to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard, we have the training and facilities to help you make the next big step in your career.

About you

We consider candidates from all backgrounds who have experience working in the Automotive sector as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, HGV Mechanic, HGV Technician, Motor Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Auto Electrician, MOT Tester or Apprentice Vehicle Technician to join Listers.
Whether you work at an independent garage, fast fit centre, car supermarket or main dealer, we would be interested in talking to you.
As a minimum you will hold or working towards completion of your NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
An Electric and Hybrid vehicle qualification or certification would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.
MOT License would also be beneficial but not essential.
Full UK Driving licence.
As long as you can demonstrate good mechanical and electrical knowledge and an ability to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard, we have the training and facilities to help you make the next big step in your career.

What we offer

25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension scheme
Health and wellbeing benefits
Group life insurance
Staff discount on car servicing
Listers Benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays
Long service and loyalty incentives
Staff referral scheme
In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications

Why Listers?
Founded in 1979, Listers Group stands as one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. There's a reason why this is the case, there are over two and a half thousand reasons, our team. Since the very beginning, our success has been a product of the fantastic people that work for us. This is recognised by representing some of the world's most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk and Yorkshire.We support employees in all areas of the business, whatever your aspirations might be, so if you are looking for a career within the motor trade, automotive or car dealership sector, then please apply today. If you are looking for similar motor trade jobs, you can also join our Talent Bank.