Vehicle Technician

Lookers; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in automotive retail is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their dynamic team in Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while delivering exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for conducting vehicle health checks, servicing, and repairs, all while receiving ongoing support and training to enhance your skills. The company is committed to your career progression with access to manufacturer-accredited training and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are self-motivated and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a rewarding environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Colleague car plans

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Critical illness cover

Techscheme for latest tech

Employee assistance programme

Free access to Smart Health services

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a workshop environment is essential.
• Full UK driving licence required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct vehicle health checks and services according to guidelines.
• Perform repairs and complete paperwork to a high standard.

Skills

Vehicle Health Checks

Vehicle Service

Repairs

Customer Service

Self-Motivation

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

MOT Licence

Tools

Latest Technology

Job description

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Overview

Lookers Glasgow Audi

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:00am-5.00pm, Friday 8am-4.30pm

Salary: £33,000 - £35,000 per annum (dependent on experience) with an OTE of up to £41,600 & uncapped bonus potential!

Lookers Glasgow Audi is recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join their fantastic workshop. While working alongside our other experienced technicians, you will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services, and carrying out any additional repairs.

Here at Lookers Glasgow Audi you will be reporting to accomplished Stephen Cane, the service manager, where you will be given on-going support to ensure that you have the tools needed to be able to perform to the very best! We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes, as well as Hybrid & Electric training to accelerate your career further!

Our technicians play a vital role within our Service team by delivering first class customer service every time. We want you to be part of our success. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, whether you work in a dealer group or independent garage we want to hear from you!

1. Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
2. Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
3. Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
4. Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
5. Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
6. Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

The ideal candidate will have prior experience working within a workshop. You'll be self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn, while being able to work to the highest standards. You will require a full UK driving licence and completion of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification. MOT Licence would be a bonus!

Having previous experience of working with the brand would be advantageous in this role, although not essential as full brand accreditation training can be provided.

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch. Or, if you require further information about this vacancy, please email [e-mail].

About us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset. We value the commitment they make to the business which is why we are continually working to provide a market leading rewards and benefits package.

• Competitive salaries with clear pay scales in place as you develop
• Generous annual leave allowance that increases with length of service
• Eligibility to join one of our colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave, adoption leave (6 months full pay) and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)
• Critical illness cover after 2 years plus life assurance and free will writing service
• Techscheme where you can get the latest tech for less and spread the cost, eye care scheme and discounted shopping vouchers
• Employee assistance programme and free access to Smart Health giving employees and their immediate families access to 24/7 GP services to support well being

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driver's licence check will also be carried out.