Used Car Preparation Technician

Group 1 Automotive; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in the UK is seeking a Used Car Preparation Technician for their Derby location. In this role, you will carry out service, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles. Ideal candidates should have a full UK driving licence and experience in the motor industry. You'll be part of a supportive team and have opportunities for training and development. The company offers numerous benefits, including annual leave, healthcare access, and flexible working options. Join us in providing exceptional customer experiences!

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Exclusive retail discounts

Discounts on new and used cars

Pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Cycle-to-work scheme

24/7 healthcare access

Paid volunteer day

Share purchase plan

Financial rewards for referrals

Training and development opportunities

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in the motor industry in a similar role is essential.
• Willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Effective time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles.
• Communicate with customers and Service Reception staff.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge.

Skills

Full UK Driving Licence

Motor Industry experience

Ability to work independently

Attention to detail

Job description

Used Car Preparation Technician – Toyota Derby

Time to switch up a gear? Be part of something better.

Enjoy support that’s second to none as a Preparation Technician at Group 1 Automotive. With training at some of the best facilities in the industry, you’ll learn new skills while becoming an expert. And best of all, you’ll be part of a fun, friendly team that will support you every day.

What we can offer you

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme
• Balance home and work with our industry-leading family‑friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter
• Commute for less with our cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan
• Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team
• Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone.
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover
• We’re open to flexible working options – just ask

What you’ll do day to day

• Carrying out service, diagnosis and repair of vehicles to excellent standards.
• Communicating with the Service Reception team and Workshop Control.
• Speaking with customers on occasion to provide your expert, technical opinion.
• Maintaining thorough and up‑to‑date product knowledge.
• Maintaining exceptionally high customer service levels that lead to customer loyalty and referrals.
• Maintaining good housekeeping standards and orderly administration of your work.

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here – if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Motor Industry experience in a similar role is essential
• Happy to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work to timescales effectively, with a keen eye for detail

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

But you don’t need to love cars to work with us – just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork – Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.