Qualified Light Vehicle Technician - Level 3

NVD; Portbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Death In Service Benefit

Digital GP Service

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Leave Purchase Programme

Long Service Awards

Staff Purchase Schemes

Tyres

Tools

Bike to Work

Discounted Gym Membership

Job summary

NVD is seeking an experienced Level 3 Automotive Technician for our Southampton Workshop to perform high-standard vehicle preparation and technical rectification before delivery. The role emphasizes complex diagnostics, PDI tasks, and participation in campaigns for popular brands such as BYD, Maxus, and Omoda.

You will work in a fast-paced environment, using modern diagnostic tools, performing ADAS calibrations, and possibly mentoring junior technicians while adhering to Lean SOPs to maintain

Qualifications

• Formal Level 3 light vehicle technician qualification (or equivalent City & Guilds/IMI).
• Experience in professional automotive workshop environment; main dealer or large-scale vehicle logistics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advanced Diagnostics & Rectification using computerised tools to resolve faults.
• PDI & Technical Campaigns including recalls and manufacturer-led software/hardware campaigns.
• ADAS calibration, EV battery replacement, and 4-wheel alignment using specialist equipment.
• Adhere to Lean/SOPs to ensure quality and efficiency in high-volume throughput.
• Mentor apprentices and lead small teams to meet standard hour targets.

Skills

Diagnostic software proficiency

Hands-on workshop skills

Workshop machinery handling

Adaptability to shifts

Education

Level 3 light vehicle technician

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Workshop machinery

Hand tools

Job description

About NVD

Founded in 1980 as a family-owned business, NVD UK was established to support vehicle manufacturers by ensuring the timely and incident-free distribution of their products. Over the years, we have become a trusted one-stop solution, delivering all three core pillars of outbound logistics: transporting, storing, and enhancing our customers’ vehicles before final delivery.

The Role

A Level 3 Automotive Technician at the National Vehicle Distribution (NVD) Southampton Workshop typically operates within their Vehicle Preparation Centre (VPC). Unlike a standard retail garage, this role focuses on high-volume, high-standard preparation and technical rectification of new vehicles (including brands like BYD, Maxus, and Omoda) before they reach dealerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Advanced Diagnostics & Rectification:Using computerised diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults, especially on vehicles that fail their initial Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI).

• PDI & Technical Campaigns:Carrying out comprehensive inspections, safety recalls, and manufacturer-led software or hardware "campaigns".

• Specialised Technical Tasks:Executing ADAS Calibration (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), EV battery replacement and 4-wheel alignment using specialist workshop equipment.

• Operational Excellence:Adhering to Lean methodologies (e.g., 5S) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent quality and efficiency across high-volume throughput.

• Team Leadership:Mentoring junior technicians or apprentices and leading small teams (typically pairs) to meet "Standard Hour" targets for specific jobs.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Formal Certification: A recognised Level 3 light vehicle technician (or equivalent City & Guilds/IMI) is mandatory.

• Experience: Proven experience in a professional automotive workshop; Main Dealer or large-scale vehicle logistics experience is highly advantageous.

• Licensing: A full, valid UK Driving Licence is required to move and test vehicles within the facility.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using modern diagnostic software, hand tools, and workshop machinery.

• Flexibility: Ability to work shifts, which may include evenings or weekends (up to 6 days a week during peak seasons).

Benefits

• Pension Scheme

• Death In Service Benefit

• Digital GP Service

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Annual Leave Purchase Programme

• Long Service Awards

• Staff Purchase Schemes:

• Tyres

• Tools

• Bike to Work

• Discounted Gym Membership
  

Equal Opportunities Statement

National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race or religion, in accordance with UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

In Ireland and the UK, the logistics and transport sector has traditionally seen lower representation of women and minority groups. NVD actively encourages applications from all backgrounds to help us build a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve.

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