Vehicle Technician

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Abercanaid; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Overtime

Training and development

Annual leave increase

Pension

Healthcare

Discounts

Free MOTs

Staff vehicle discount

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Merthyr Tydfil is recruiting a Vehicle Technician for a franchise-approved dealership's busy Service Department.

Salary up to £32,000 per year, with overtime at time and a half and an uncapped bonus scheme with OTE well over £40,000. Regular training and development opportunities are provided.

Requirements: IMI/NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, 1–2 years’ workshop experience, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Qualified to IMI/NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• 1–2 years’ post-qualification experience in a workshop.
• Valid UK driving licence with minimal points.

Responsibilities

• Conduct service, maintenance, and repair work on vehicles to manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose faults and report findings to Aftersales Manager.
• Ensure vehicle safety, reliability and performance are maintained.
• Adhere to high-quality workmanship and health and safety procedures.
• Meet team targets and deliver excellent customer service.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workshop.
• Assist with additional tasks as required by the Service Department.

Skills

Team player

Education

IMI/NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

We are representing a reputable, franchise-approved dealership in Merthyr Tydfil seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their busy Service Department.

This opportunity is ideal for qualified professionals aiming to develop their career within a well-established automotive group.

Benefits of the Vehicle Technician:

• Competitive starting salary up to £32,000 per annum, commensurate with experience
• Uncapped monthly bonus scheme with OTE potential exceeding £40,000 annually
• Overtime available, paid at time and a half
• Continued technical training and development opportunities - 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, increasing with service tenure up to 27 days
• Company pension scheme
• Additional benefits including personal healthcare, retailer discounts, free MOTs, 50% off vehicle servicing, staff vehicle purchase discounts, and more
• Stable workshop environment

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm.

Duties of the Vehicle Technician:

• Conduct service, maintenance, and repair work on vehicles to manufacturer standards
• Accurately diagnose faults and report findings to the Aftersales Manager
• Ensure vehicle safety, reliability, and performance are maintained
• Adhere to high-quality workmanship and health and safety procedures
• Responsible for meeting team targets and delivering excellent customer service
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment as a Vehicle Technician
• Assist with additional tasks as required by the Service Department

Requirements of the Vehicle Technician:

• Qualified to IMI/NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Ideally 1 to 2 years’ post-qualification experience within a workshop environment
• Valid UK driving licence with minimal points
• Good team player with a strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality work in a fast-paced setting
• Motivated with a commitment to professional development
• Experience with hybrid vehicle technology, PSA vehicles, or holding an MOT licence is advantageous but not essential