Prep Technician

Vertu Motors plc; North East; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Flexible working

EV training

Pension

Share scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Vertu BMW Prep Centre Sunderland is seeking a Prep Technician to carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on both new and used vehicles, ensuring adherence to manufacturer guidelines and first-time fix quality. Core requirements include City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Automotive, current experience as a Vehicle Technician, own tools and a full UK driving licence; MOT licence preferred but not essential.

Vertu Motors offers generous benefits including 33 days of annual leave, flexible working, EV

Qualifications

• Formal automotive qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3).
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician.
• MOT licence preferred but not essential.
• Own set of tools.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out pre-delivery inspections (PDI) on new and used vehicles.
• Ensure PDIs meet manufacturer guidelines and high standards.
• Work to agreed timeframes with productivity and customer service.
• Maintain quality workmanship and achieve first-time fixes.

Skills

Vehicle Technician experience

Full UK driving licence

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Automotive

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Vertu BMW Prep Centre Sunderland

Join our team at Vertu BMW Prep Centre Sunderland and become a valued Prep Technician!

We are offering a basic salary up to £35,720 plus a £4,000 sign on bonus! You will receive £2,000 in month 1 of your employment with us and £2,000 in month 12 plus excellent company benefits!

Your role as a Vehicle Technician is crucial in delivering an exceptional customer experience, built on trust and honesty. As a Prep Technician you will be responsible for carrying out pre‑delivery inspections (PDI's) on new and used vehicles. You will ensure the PDI's are carried out to the highest possible standard and within manufacturer guidelines. You will need to work to agreed time frames, and maintain a high level of productivity, whilst ensuring exceptional customer service at all times. Quality workmanship and achieving first‑time fixes are core values that guide everything we do.

To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications and skills:

• A relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician
• MOT license preferred but not essential
• Your own set of tools
• A full UK driving licence

Benefits

At Vertu Motors, we take pride in investing in our colleagues' personal development more than any other motor retailer. As a successful candidate, you can look forward to ongoing training opportunities, a clear career path, and a range of benefits that reflect our status as an employer of choice, including:

• 33 days of annual leave, increasing to 37 with length of service – giving you time to re charge and relax
• Flexible working arrangements – allowing you to have a work life balance that suits
• Our commitment to you to provide access to full manufacturer training to develop your skills and drive your earnings ability forward. Including dedicated EV Electrical training to keep you at the front edge of changes in the sector.
• Access to our Evolution Management Development program for those who want to grow into a management position
• An enhanced maternity and paternity leave - Our enhanced maternity and paternity ensure that you can enjoy the early stages of your child's life without worrying about work.
• Our Share incentive scheme which allows you to invest tax efficiently and share in the company’s continued success.
• Our Tool Insurance Programme to protect your valuable tools with our comprehensive tool insurance.
• Our Pension scheme - Invest in your future with confidence through our pension scheme.
• Our online rewards platform offering cashback and serious discounts at various retailers.
• Preferential service rates - As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy access to preferential service rates for your own vehicle
• Colleague purchase scheme - Get ready to enjoy exclusive discounts on vehicles from our exceptional range

If your application is successful, we will need to complete employment checks prior to you starting with us. For this role, we may conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check.

Join our team and take your career to new heights with Vertu Motors. As a national company we can offer great career development with over 190 locations throughout England and Scotland meaning we always have opportunities for internal progression –