Vehicle Technician

Holt Recruitment Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days' holiday

Company pension

Wellness programme

Sick pay

Group life insurance

Staff discounts on car servicing

Discounts on retailers, restaurants, و

Long-service and loyalty incentives

Staff referral scheme

In-house training and qualifications

Job summary

Holt Recruitment Group in Cheltenham is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a modern, well-equipped dealership workshop. You will service, diagnose and repair vehicles, with the opportunity to progress towards becoming a Qualified Service Technician or Master Technician.

The role offers a basic salary up to £42,000 with OTE up to £48,000, a Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:00pm schedule with Saturdays on a rota, and ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or working towards) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Ability to diagnose and repair faults effectively.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle servicing, repairs and diagnostics, ensuring work is completed correctly first time.
• Undertaking mechanical and electrical repairs, including suspension, steering, brakes, wheel bearings, driveshafts, exhausts and air conditioning systems.
• Carrying out repairs and maintenance on electric and hybrid vehicles, including the use of electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Diagnosing faults relating to batteries, drive motors, auxiliary drive packs and control systems.
• Fitting manufacturer accessories and audio equipment.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of customer satisfaction and its importance to the business.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Vehicle Technician

Basic Salary up to £42,000 | OTE up to £48,000 plus benefits

Job Introduction Due to continued growth, we are recruiting for a skilled and motivated Vehicle Technician to join a well-established dealership in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, well-equipped workshop offering competitive earning potential, ongoing training and excellent career development opportunities.

What's on offer?

• Basic salary of up to £42,000, with OTE up to £48,000, plus benefits.
• Working hours of Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, with Saturdays worked on a rota basis.
• A modern, well-equipped working environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to progress towards becoming a Qualified Service Technician or Master Technician.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out vehicle servicing, repairs and diagnostics, ensuring work is completed correctly first time.
• Undertaking mechanical and electrical repairs, including suspension, steering, brakes, wheel bearings, driveshafts, exhausts and air conditioning systems.
• Carrying out repairs and maintenance on electric and hybrid vehicles, including the use of electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Diagnosing faults relating to batteries, drive motors, auxiliary drive packs and control systems.
• Fitting manufacturer accessories and audio equipment.
• Maintaining a strong understanding of customer satisfaction and its importance to the business.
• Using workshop technology and systems, including video vehicle health checks such as CitNOW.
• Completing service documentation and paperwork in line with manufacturer and brand standards.
• Working collaboratively with other workshop colleagues, sharing knowledge and continually developing your technical skills.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• An NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or be working towards completion.
• Good mechanical and electrical knowledge, with the ability to diagnose and repair faults effectively.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
• A full UK driving licence.

What We OfferThe benefits package includes:

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.
• Company pension.
• Wellness programme.
• Sick pay.
• Group life insurance.
• Staff discounts on car servicing.
• Discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas and holidays.
• Long-service and loyalty incentives.
• Staff referral scheme.In-house training and manufacturer and professional qualifications.
• Company events.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for an automotive professional looking to join an established dealership, earn a competitive salary and develop their technical expertise in a modern workshop environment. With ongoing training, a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career progression, this role offers the chance to take the next step in your automotive career.