Skilled Vehicle Technician

Premier Motors (Solent) Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Skilled Vehicle Technician, where your expertise will be valued in a dynamic and supportive environment. With a focus on ongoing training and development, you will work with top automotive brands, ensuring vehicles are serviced to the highest standards. Enjoy competitive salary packages, exclusive discounts, and the chance to grow your career in a company with over 160 years of heritage. If you're passionate about automotive technology and customer service, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Highly Competitive Salary

Overtime Opportunities

Quarterly Bonus Potential

Exclusive Discounts

Ongoing Training

Career Stability

Qualifications

• Experience in a vehicle workshop, preferably with main dealer experience.
• Relevant automotive qualifications and electric vehicle experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and service vehicles to a high standard.
• Conduct full vehicle inspections and provide accurate summaries of works.

Skills

Vehicle Diagnostics

Repair and Servicing

Customer Service

Team Communication

Education

City & Guilds

IMI

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Rev Up Your Career with Premier Motors – We’re Hiring!

Are you an experienced and passionate vehicle technician ready for your next challenge? Premier Motors, a well-established main dealer, is seeking a Skilled Vehicle Technician to join our busy service team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Why Join Us?

At Premier Motors, you’ll benefit from:

• Highly Competitive Salary: With overtime, quarterly bonus potential, and out-of-hours call-out pay.
• Exclusive Discounts: On new and used vehicles, services, and parts.
• Ongoing Training: Comprehensive manufacturer-led training to keep you at the forefront of automotive technology.
• Career Stability: Join a company with over 160 years of automotive heritage.

About the Role

As a Skilled Vehicle Technician, you will:

• Diagnose, repair, and service vehicles to a high standard, covering our Ford and MG franchises.
• Conduct full vehicle inspections, including electronic vehicle health checks and videos.
• Carry out repairs and servicing aligned with manufacturer standards.
• Provide accurate summaries of works and procedures, ensuring first-time fixes.
• Communicate effectively with the service team to update on progress and completion.
• Uphold warranty repair standards and ensure safe, efficient use of workshop facilities.
• Offer technical advice to apprentices and non-technical staff.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a vehicle workshop, preferably with main dealer/franchise experience.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ Level 3). Electric vehicle experience is a plus.
• A friendly and outgoing personality, with a customer-focused approach.
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• A full and clean driving licence.

Premier Motors has been a trusted name in automotive services on the Isle of Wight since 1852 and has been a Main Ford Dealer since 1923. With over 160 years of experience, we are proud to offer a range of services, including Ford Transit Centre, MG Dealer, accident repairs, van servicing, and car and van hire.

We strive to ensure that our employees are motivated, happy, and supported through continuous training and development opportunities.

Ready to Apply?

If you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, we’d love to hear from you!

Email your CV and covering letter to [e-mail] (REF: #01 TECHNICIAN)

Service Manager

Newport, PO30 5UY

2-3 Riverway, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5UY

2-3 Riverway, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5UY

2-3 Riverway, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5UY

2-3 Riverway, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5UY