Service Technician

Marshall Motor Group; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance rewards

Technician Accreditation training

Career development

Life assurance

Exclusive staff discounts

Job summary

Marshall BYD Ashford is recruiting a skilled Service Technician to join our high‑performing aftersales team. You’ll carry out servicing, maintenance and diagnostics on a range of vehicles and work with manufacturer training to stay at the forefront of EV technology.

We offer a competitive annual salary (£33,684–£35,790 basic, £42,000 OTE), 40–42.5 hours, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, life assurance and a contributory pension, plus exclusive staff discounts and perks.

Qualifications

• Recognised Level 3 qualification required (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• MOT Licence is a plus – full training can be provided if not yet qualified.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and maintenance on a range of vehicles, including diagnostic, warranty and repair work.
• Handle a variety of vehicle maintenance tasks, from oil changes to cambelt changes, supported by digital write-ups and job card completion.
• Conduct electronic vehicle health checks (eVHCs) in line with Marshall standards.

Education

Level 3 qualification (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)

MOT Licence (plus)

Job description

About The Role

Service Technician

Marshall BYD Ashford £33,684 - £35,790 basic | £42,000 OTE based on time saved and team profit; 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays (increases with service); Life assurance & pension scheme; Discounts on car servicing, purchase & more; Access to exclusive shopping and lifestyle perks.

Full-time | 40 - 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday only!

Advance your technical career with cutting-edge tools, training and a brand that’s built for innovation.

At Marshall BYD Ashford, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for a skilled and qualified Service Technician to join our high-performing aftersales team. Whether you’re already an expert or developing your craft, we’ll support your growth with state-of-the‑art facilities, a friendly team and manufacturer training that keeps you on top of your game.

Why Join Marshall BYD Ashford?

At Marshall BYD Ashford, you’ll be joining a close‑knit team where your development genuinely matters. Led by General Manager Howard, whose extensive experience within the automotive industry has helped create a supportive and people‑focused culture, this is a site where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills, share knowledge and build long‑term careers.

Working in our modern 5‑ramp workshop, you’ll benefit from hands‑on support from a highly experienced Master Technician with years of technical expertise across the industry. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your diagnostic capabilities, broaden your EV knowledge or work towards further accreditations, you’ll have experienced mentors around you who are invested in your success.

This is an exciting opportunity to join BYD at a time of significant growth in the UK. Through residential manufacturer induction training, ongoing development programmes and exposure to some of the latest electric vehicle technology on the market, you’ll be well equipped to develop future‑focused skills in a rapidly evolving industry. Combined with great workshop facilities, a welcoming team environment and the opportunity to visit the site and meet the team before joining, Marshall BYD Ashford offers a fantastic place to build the next stage of your career.

In this role:

• You’ll carry out servicing and maintenance on a range of vehicles, including diagnostic, warranty and repair work.
• You’ll handle a variety of vehicle maintenance tasks, from oil changes to cambelt changes, supported by digital write‑ups and job card completion.
• You’ll conduct electronic vehicle health checks (eVHCs) in line with Marshall standards.

We’re looking for:

• Someone with a recognised Level 3 qualification (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Someone with previous experience as a Service Technician/Mechanic, ideally with exposure to both warranty and servicing work.
• Someone with strong teamwork skills, who follows process and upholds high standards of safety and quality.
• Someone with a MOT Licence is a plus – full training can be provided if not yet qualified.
• Most importantly, someone eager to learn as this role will test you, but also help you develop and progress within your Mechanic careers with our manufacturer accreditation training.

About us:

At Marshall Motor Group, we're proud to represent over 25 leading car, van, truck and motorbike brands across more than 130 stores in England. We're also part of the Constellation Automotive Group, home to some of the most well‑known brands in the automotive industry, including webuyanycar, cinch and BCA. Our team is over 4,000 strong and receives excellent pay packages and fantastic benefits in an environment centred around integrity, respect and innovation.

We want to hear from people with a customer‑centric, can‑do attitude who are ready to drive their career – and our company – forward.

What will we offer you for your commitment to us?

• Performance rewards: Industry‑leading basic salaries, with bonus on top.
• Technician Accreditation training: Manufacturer training including electric & hybrid vehicle servicing & repair to enhance your self‑development.
• Career development: Ongoing brand accreditations and advancement pathways across Marshall.
• Financial security: Life assurance, Tool insurance and contributory pension scheme.
• Exclusive perks: Colleague discounts, wellbeing support and employee benefit platform.

At Marshall Motor Group, our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.