Vehicle Technician

Premier Automotive; Exeter; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Exeter is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to perform pre-delivery inspections and ensure the highest standards of vehicle preparation. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience, along with a passion for quality workmanship. This role offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and various benefits including flexible working arrangements and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave, increasing to 37

Flexible working arrangements

Full manufacturer training

Career progression program

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Company pension scheme

Online rewards platform

Qualifications

• A relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3.
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician is essential.
• MOT license preferred but not essential.
• Must have your own set of tools.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on new and used vehicles.
• Ensure PDIs are completed to the highest standards.
• Maintain high levels of productivity while delivering excellent customer service.
• Focus on quality workmanship and achieving first-time fixes.

Skills

Current experience as a Vehicle Technician

MOT license preferred

Own set of tools

Full UK driving licence

Education

Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3

Job description

Overview

Our Client - Exeter

Join the team at Our Client's Peugeot Exeter site and become a valued Vehicle Technician. We are offering a basic salary between £29,200 and £36,440, depending on skills and experience.

Your role as a Vehicle Technician is crucial in delivering an exceptional customer experience, built on trust and honesty. As a Prep Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on new and used vehicles. You will ensure that all PDIs are completed to the highest standards and in line with manufacturer guidelines. Working to agreed timeframes while maintaining high levels of productivity and delivering excellent customer service will be key to your success. Quality workmanship and achieving first-time fixes are core values that guide everything we do.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-delivery inspections (PDIs) on new and used vehicles in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensure PDIs are completed to the highest standards within agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high levels of productivity while delivering excellent customer service.
• Focus on quality workmanship and achieving first-time fixes.

Qualifications

• A relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician
• MOT license preferred but not essential
• Your own set of tools
• A full UK driving licence

Benefits & Development

• Ongoing training opportunities, a clear career path, and a range of benefits including:
• 33 days of annual leave, increasing to 37 with length of service
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Full manufacturer training, including dedicated EV and electrical training
• Evolution Management Development program for career progression
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Share incentive scheme for tax-efficient investment and rewards
• Comprehensive Tool Insurance Programme
• Company pension scheme
• Online rewards platform offering cashback and discounts at major retailers
• Preferential service rates for your own vehicle
• Exclusive discounts on vehicle purchases

About Our Client

Join the team at Our Client and take your career to new heights. With over 190 locations across England and Scotland, we offer great career development and opportunities for internal progression.