Service Technician - Volkswagen

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 Days Holiday

Health Cash Back

Employee Assistance Programme

Maternity & Paternity Pay

Pension & Life Assurance

Private Medical Cover Discount

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Donnelly Group in Northern Ireland is seeking a Volkswagen Service Technician to diagnose, repair and service the full range of VW vehicles. You’ll also conduct road tests and ensure parts are stored and handled properly while delivering excellent service from start to finish.

Ideal candidates will have an apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Repair (or equivalent), a full UK driving licence, and a commitment to obtaining recognised manufacturer qualifications within an agreed timeframe, plus strong

Qualifications

• Completion of Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Repair or equivalent BTEC or City & Guilds qualifications and/or equivalent time served experience.
• Your commitment to achieve a manufacturer’s recognised qualification within an agreed timeframe.
• A full UK Driving Licence.
• Great communication skills with the ability to liaise with colleagues.
• A high focus on continued development by adapting and learning new tools/techniques as needed, with a willingness to embrace change.
• A mindset that prioritises health and safety matters.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and service the full range of VW vehicles.
• Undertake vehicle road testing as part of the service process.
• Ensure that parts are handled and stored appropriately.
• Contribute to delivering excellent customer service from start to finish.

Skills

Great communication skills

Willingness to embrace change

Health and safety mindset

Education

Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Repair / BTEC / City & Guilds or equivalent

Commitment to achieve manufacturer qualification within timeframe

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Service Technician - Volkswagen

At Donnelly Group, we look for great people who share our passion for our Volkswagen brand. Everyone in our business plays their part in putting the customer first and bringing great customer experience to life, so this is a fantastic place to get your career in motion.

You’ll be part of an iconic world-leading brand portfolio which opens up access to some of the world’s most famous vehicles, enabling you to continually develop your skills to achieve a full understanding of the latest vehicles and technologies.

About the role

As a Volkswagen Technician, you’ll be responsible for the diagnosis, repair and service of the full range of brand products. You’ll also undertake vehicle road testing and will be responsible for ensuring vehicle parts are handled and stored appropriately. And of course, you’ll also play your part in ensuring that our customers receive great service, from start to finish.

You must hold a full valid drivers licence and have completed L3 Light Vehicle Studies.

Employee Benefits

• Supporting our people at work and beyond.

• 30 Days’ Holiday — increasing with long service

• Health Cash Back Scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme — including GP Anytime

• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

• Pension Provision & Life Assurance

• Access to Discounted Private Medical Cover

• Retail Discounts through BenefitHub

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Kingsbridge Diamond Membership Club

• Continuous Development & Learning

This is not an exhaustive list of duties, and the post holder may be required to undertake other reasonable duties as discussed and directed by their line manager.

The company reserves the right to expand the shortlisting criteria where necessary to facilitate the shortlisting process.

Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer.

About the company

For over 70 years, Donnelly Group has grown from a small family business in Caledon into Northern Ireland’s largest family-owned motor retailer. Today, our people are at the heart of everything we do across 22 leading automotive brands and 9 locations.

Required Criteria

• Completion of Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Repair or equivalent BTEC or City & Guilds qualifications and/or equivalent time served experience
• Your commitment to achieve a manufacturer’s recognised qualification within an agreed timeframe
• A full UK Driving Licence
• Great communication skills with the ability to liaise with colleagues
• A high focus on continued development by adapting and learning new tools/techniques as needed, with a willingness to embrace change
• A mindset that prioritises health and safety matters