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Kenect Recruitment Ltd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenect Recruitment is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a busy workshop in Livingston. You will service vehicles, perform tyre changes, and conduct road tests under supervision, with a focus on safety and quality.

The role requires a City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2/3 and a full UK driving licence. A supportive environment welcomes experienced technicians who can mentor junior staff and work independently.

Qualifications

• Experience as Vehicle Technician or Mechanic.
• Qualified to City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 or 3 (essential).
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general servicing of vehicles.
• Undertake general tyre changing duties for a variety of vehicles.
• Undertake road and ramp testing and inspection as required.
• Carry out all repairs to original condition using approved methods.
• Plan and organise time to meet deadlines and efficiency.
• Assist with general workshop tasks as needed.
• Diagnose vehicle problems and perform electrical diagnosis if required.
• Deal with warranty repairs per manufacturer standards.
• Complete relevant documentation and follow company procedures.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Tyre changing

Electrical diagnostics

Full UK Driving Licence

Independence on vehicles

Attention to detail

Team mentoring support

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 2 or 3

Job description

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 Total 40 hours per week

Pay rate: £20.60 per hour

Temporary

Role Overview

Within this role, you will be working as a part of an experienced workshop team, ensuring our vehicles are finished to the highest standard for our customers, under the support and guidance of the supervisor and Workshop Manager.

Responsibilities

• Carry out general servicing of vehicles.
• Undertake general tyre changing duties for a variety of vehicles.
• Undertake road and ramp testing and inspection as and when required.
• Carry out all repairs in line with approved methods to restore the vehicle to its original condition.
• Plan and organise time effectively to ensure all tasks are completed within set deadlines, achieving efficiency.
• Assist with general workshop tasks as and when required
• Diagnose problems on vehicles in the workshop and if needed undertake electrical diagnosis on vehicles
• Deal with warranty repairs in line with manufacturer standards
• Ensure all the relevant documentation is accurately completed and all company procedures are followed

Skills and expertise

• Previous experience in a similar role as a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic
• Qualified to City & Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) (essential)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Willing to support junior techs and offer support/expertise when needed.
• You will be passionate to work within the motor industry and take pride in their work, to the highest standards of work set by customers
• You will need to work independently on vehicles and have experience to make decisions when requiredExcellent attention to detail

This role is being advertised by

Kenect Recruitment, who are acting as an employment business regarding this vacancy.