Preparation Technician/ Mechanic in PE29, Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire

Energy Jobline CVL; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Huntingdon is seeking a Preparation Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to conduct inspections and ensure vehicles meet quality standards. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant qualification and possess strong attention to detail. This is a full-time permanent role that offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission

Career development opportunities

Health & Well-Being Service

Paid holidays

Staff discount across EMG Motor Group

Qualifications

• Clean Full UK manual driving license is required.
• Open to learning new techniques and challenges.
• Ability to work independently and responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Conduct road tests and sign-offs on warranty repairs.
• Complete Pre-Delivery Inspections on used vehicles.
• Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and small mechanical repairs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Organised and methodical

Energetic and enthusiastic

Education

City and Guilds/ NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 Qualification

Job description

Preparation Vehicle Technician / Mechanic

Location: EMG Huntingdon (Grainger Motor Group)

Salary: Negotiable dependent on experience

Full Time - Permanent

Grainger Motor Group has officially been certified as a Great Place to Work for 2025.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with commission (depending on skills & experience)
• Career development opportunities and manufacturer training (including EV/Hybrid)
• Health & Well-Being Service
• Staff discount across EMG Motor Group
• Staff events and recognition programmes
• Full-time permanent contract with structured shifts
• Day shifts
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid holidays

What we need from you

• Conduct road tests and sign-offs on Warranty repairs
• Interpret instructions from the job card/repair order, and accurately report on work completed
• Open to learning new techniques and taking on challenges.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, and solution-focused.
• Organised, methodical, and trustworthy.
• Effective communicator and active listener.
• Comfortable taking responsibility and working independently.
• Clean Full UK manual driving license required.
• City and Guilds/ NVQ LV2 or L3 Qualification

Key Responsibilities

• Complete Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on used vehicles, ensuring they’re ready for handover.
• Follow manufacturer and dealership standards during checks and adjustments.
• Spot and report any defects, damage, or issues needing attention.
• Carry out basic mechanical tasks such as fluid checks, tyre pressures, and battery testing.
• Fit accessories and optional extras when required.
• Perform routine servicing, maintenance, and small mechanical repairs.
• Record all work accurately and update job sheets as needed.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Work closely with your team, sharing updates and supporting colleagues where needed.
• Keep your work area tidy, organised, and safe.
• Take pride in ensuring every vehicle meets high quality standards before completion.

Join us and be part of a company that invests in you and your future. If you’re driven, skilled, and ready to make an impact, apply today.

Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.