Vehicle Preparation Technician (Level 2), Cardiff

Renault Group; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New car scheme

Pension scheme

33 days' annual leave escalating with/

Family Car Scheme

Car insurance included

Share Incentive Scheme

Staff discounts on vehicles, parts and

Cycle to Work scheme

Eye care voucher

Mortgage and pension advice seminars

Job summary

Renault Retail Group in Cardiff is seeking a Vehicle Preparation Technician (Level 2) to join our workshop team. The role involves preparing vehicles for retail, performing servicing and inspections, and ensuring quality before handover.

The ideal candidate holds a Level 2 IMI qualification and has workshop experience. A valid MOT Tester licence (Class 4/7) is advantageous. UK manual driving licence essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Level 2 IMI qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Previous experience in a workshop, fast-fit, preparation, or servicing environment.
• A full UK manual driving licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and vehicle preparation work.
• Complete health checks and inspections on vehicles.
• Diagnose and rectify basic mechanical faults.
• Prepare used vehicles to approved retail standards.
• Support MOT preparation work where required.
• Complete repairs in line with manufacturer and safety standards.
• Accurately record work using workshop systems and processes.
• Maintain a safe, organised and professional working environment.

Skills

Workshop experience

Attention to detail

Time management

Customer-focused

Professional communication

Education

Level 2 IMI qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Vehicle Preparation Technician (Level 2)
Renault Cardiff (CF11)
£31,000 pa basic salary (£32,000 pa with MOT Tester licence Class 4 & 7)
+ Uncapped Bonus + New Insured Car Every Year

Join Our Workshop Team at Renault Cardiff

Renault Retail Group is looking for a Vehicle Preparation Technician to join our workshop team at Renault Cardiff on Penarth Road (CF11).

This role is ideally suited to a Technician holding a Level 2 IMI qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair who enjoys working on vehicle preparation, inspection, servicing, and quality checks to ensure vehicles are ready for retail sale and customer handover.

As a manufacturer-owned business, we provide a stable and well-supported working environment, modern workshop facilities, structured training, and clear development opportunities.

Technician Benefits

We offer an industry-leading benefits package:

• Access to a tax-efficient new car scheme (ECOS/ECOP)
  • High-spec vehicles replaced annually
• Family Car Scheme
  • Typically from £139 per month
  • Eligibility applies after probation for the first vehicle, with a second vehicle available after 12 months' service
  • Vehicles replaced annually
• Car insurance included on both schemes
• 33 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays, increasing to 36 days with service
• Pension scheme including permanent health insurance and death-in-service benefit
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies
• Structured career path with World-Class Manufacturer training
  • N one knows Renault better than us as we're Manufacturer-owned
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Staff discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, servicing, and accessories
• Cycle to Work scheme, including e-bikes
• Discounted gym membership
• Eye test voucher scheme
• Mortgage and pension advice seminars
• A well-supported working environment with modern tools and equipment

What You'll Do

As a Vehicle Preparation Technician, you'll help ensure vehicles meet Renault Retail Group's retail standards before delivery or sale.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance, and vehicle preparation work
• Completing vehicle health checks and inspections
• Diagnosing and rectifying basic mechanical faults
• Preparing used vehicles to approved retail standards
• Supporting MOT preparation work where required
• Completing repairs in line with manufacturer and safety standards
• Accurately recording work completed using workshop systems and processes
• Maintaining a safe, organised, and professional working environment
• Supporting colleagues to ensure vehicles are available for sale and customer handover on time

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• Level 2 IMI qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Previous experience in a workshop, fast-fit, preparation, or servicing environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Good organisation and time-management skills
• A professional and customer-focused approach
• Ability to work effectively within an established workshop team

The following would be advantageous:

• MOT Tester licence (Class 4 and 7)

Licence Requirement

A full UK manual driving licence (manual and automatic vehicles) is essential for this role.

Hours & Pay

• £31,000 pa basic salary (OTE £35,650 pa)
• £32,000 pa basic salary for candidates holding a valid MOT Tester licence (Class 4 and 7)
• Uncapped efficiency bonus scheme with additional earnings of approximately £4,650 pa, achievable and regularly reached
• 40 hours per week: Monday to Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm, with 30-minute lunch break
• Overtime: 1-in-4 Saturday on rota, 8:00am-12:00pm, paid at time-and-a-half