Technician

Lookers Motor Group Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries with structured &

Job summary

Lookers Glasgow Audi is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician to join their workshop. You will perform health checks, service vehicles to manufacturer specifications, and conduct repairs as authorised, ensuring high quality standards and customer satisfaction.

You will have a full UK driving licence and NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. Brand accreditation training is available, with strong progression opportunities within the Lookers group.

Qualifications

• Qualified Vehicle Technician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.
• Experience with brand accreditation training is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle health checks using the latest technology.
• Perform vehicle servicing to manufacturer guidelines and customer requests.
• Carry out repairs once authorised by the customer.
• Complete warranty repairs per manufacturer guidelines and write-up.
• Road test customers’ vehicles to verify faults are resolved.
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard.

Skills

Vehicle health checks

Vehicle servicing

Fault diagnosis

Full UK driving licence

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Vehicle Technician

Glasgow Audi

Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Salary: OTE up to £50,685 (Uncapped); between £34,000 to £41,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme

Flexible hours available: 40 hours Monday–Friday (08:30–17:00), plus 1 in 3 Saturdays (08:30–12:30) OR choose a fixed 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu / Tue–Fri, 42 hours)

We offer a transparent, structured pay model with strong earning potential across all skill levels.

• PDI Technician – £39,155 realistic annual earnings (based on £31,000 basic)
• Vehicle Technician – £42,230 realistic annual earnings (based on £34,000 basic)
• Vehicle Technician (Brand Qualified) – £46,945 realistic annual earnings (based on £37,000 basic, includes HVE qualification)
• Senior / Diagnostic Technician – £50,685 realistic annual earnings (based on £41,000 basic, includes HVE qualification)
• Master Technician – £56,656 realistic annual earnings (based on £47,000 basic, includes HVE qualification)

Lookers Glasgow Audi are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their fantastic workshop. While working alongside other experienced technicians, you will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services and carrying out any additional repairs.

Here at Glasgow Audi, you will report to the accomplished Aftersales Manager, who will give on-going support to ensure you have the tools needed to succeed in your role. We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, to accelerate your career further!

Our Vehicle Technicians / Mechanics play a vital role within our Service team by delivering first class customer service every time. We want you to be part of our success. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, whether you work in a dealer group or independent garage, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
• Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
• Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
• Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
• Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a mechanic. You'll be self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn, while being able to work to the highest standards. You will require a full UK driving licence and completion of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.

Having previous experience of working with brand would be advantageous, although not essential as full brand accreditation training can be provided.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.

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