Skoda Vehicle Technician

Listers Group; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday including bank &hols

Extra Annual Leave for Long Service

Company Pension

Wellness Programme

Sick Pay

Group life insurance

Staff discount on car servicing

Listers Benefits – discounts on Retail

Long service and loyalty incentives

Staff referral scheme

In-house, manufacturer & professional

Company Events

Job summary

Listers Group, at the Volkswagen & SKODA dealership on Western Road in Stratford-upon-Avon, seeks an experienced Technician to join the workshop team. You will work 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday, with one in three Saturdays, earning a base salary up to £45,000 and an OTE up to £48,000.

The role includes servicing, diagnostics and repairs across petrol, diesel and EV/Hybrid vehicles, plus opportunities for training and development through the company’s extensive programs.

Qualifications

• Hold or be working towards NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Electric/Hybrid vehicle qualification advantageous but not essential.
• MOT Licence would be beneficial but not essential.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair and diagnose vehicles to high first-time standards.
• Perform electrical and mechanical repairs including suspension, steering, brakes and exhausts.
• Service EV/Hybrid systems focusing on batteries, drive motor and control systems.
• Fit manufacturer accessories and audio equipment.
• Complete service paperwork to manufacturer and brand standards.
• Collaborate with workshop team to share knowledge.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

CitNOW video reporting

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Electric/Hybrid vehicle qualification

MOT Licence

Tools

CitNOW

Job description

Job Introduction

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Technician to join the New Volkswagen & SKODA dealership on Western Road, Stratford-upon-Avon.

The hours of work are 8:30am–5:00pm, Monday to Friday, plus one in three Saturdays from 8:30am–12:30pm.

Our packages and pay plans are industry-leading and are reflective of each applicant's experience and skillset.

Basic Salary up to £45,000 with OTE up to £48,000

plus

benefits.

Our well-equipped and modern facilities provide a professional environment for our staff whilst delivering a seamless service to our customers. We also offer outstanding development opportunities, with ongoing training provided to help you reach your full potential as a VAG Qualified Service Technician or Master Technician.

Role and Responsibilities

• Responsible for servicing, repair and diagnostics of all vehicles in the workshop, ensuring that all work is carried out to the highest standard first time.


• Main responsibilities include electrical and mechanical repairs, including suspension, steering, brakes, wheel bearings, driveshafts, exhausts and air conditioning servicing.


• Additional responsibilities may include repairs and maintenance on EV and Hybrid vehicles such as the use of electronic diagnostic equipment, focusing on areas such as batteries, drive motor, auxiliary drive pack & control systems.


• Have the ability to fit manufacturer accessories and audio equipment.


• Have a full understanding of Customer Satisfaction and its impact on the business.


• Will be trained and able to operate additional systems such as video reporting (i.e. CitNOW).


• Will be able to complete all service paperwork to manufacturer and brand standards.


• Work closely with other workshop team members to constantly learn and share knowledge.

About you

We consider candidates from all backgrounds who have experience working in the Automotive sector as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, HGV Mechanic, HGV Technician, Motor Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Auto Electrician, MOT Tester or Apprentice Vehicle Technician to join Listers.

Whether you work at an independent garage, fast fit centre, car supermarket or main dealer, we would be interested in talking to you.

As a minimum you will hold or working towards completion of your NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

An Electric and Hybrid vehicle qualification or certification would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.

MOT License would also be beneficial but not essential.

Full UK Driving licence.

As long as you can demonstrate good mechanical and electrical knowledge and an ability to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard, we have the training and facilities to help you make the next big step in your career.

What we offer

• 33 days holiday including bank holidays


• Extra Annual Leave for Long Service


• Company Pension


• Wellness Programme


• Sick Pay


• Group life insurance


• Staff discount on car servicing


• Listers Benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays


• Long service and loyalty incentives


• Staff referral scheme


• In-house, manufacturer & professional qualifications


• Company Events

Why Listers?

Founded in 1979, Listers Group stands as one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. There's a reason why this is the case, there are over two and a half thousand reasons, our team. Since the very beginning, our success has been a product of the fantastic people that work for us. This is recognised by representing some of the world's most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk and Yorkshire. We support employees in all areas of the business, whatever your aspirations might be, so if you are looking for a career within the motor trade, automotive or car dealership sector,