Vehicle Technician

eRecruitSmart; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive retailer is looking for a qualified Vehicle Technician for Porsche Centre Hatfield. The position offers a competitive starting salary of £32,000 with an OTE of £60,000, plus a £2,000 welcome bonus. The company values attitude and provides extensive training for career progression. Benefits include private medical insurance, fixed hours, and additional perks such as employee discounts and a supportive work environment. Join a team that thrives on passion for excellence and sports cars.

Benefits

£2,000 Welcome bonus

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Assurance

Free drinks and snacks

Preferential rates on several products and services

Five full sets of work wear

Qualifications

• Fully qualified Vehicle Technician with recent dealership franchise experience.
• Must hold a full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on Porsche vehicles.
• Complete training and progress from Bronze Technician to Master Gold Technician.

Skills

Attitude towards learning

Ability to work in a team

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent

Job description

Porsche Retail Group (PRG) have an excellent opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to work for one of the world’s most iconic brands and join Porsche Centre Hatfield.

If you’re a fully qualified Vehicle Technician, ideally with recent dealership franchise experience, we’d love to hear from you.

What makes life at PRG unique?

• An induction like no other. As part of your welcome, you will enjoy a day at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone, where you drive a selection of Porsches on the track.
• Porsche for a weekend. Once a year, for a special occasion, you will get a choice of a Porsche, at no additional cost to you.
• Every staff member is treated as a brand advocate. You will be able to support events, such as the Porsche GB Carrera Cup.
• Salary increases in line with progression. As you progress your career your salary will increase at every level, and as a Porsche ‘Gold’ Master Technician, you will be eligible for a VW Group company vehicle.

That sounds exciting, but what else?

• A £2,000 ‘Welcome to PRG’ bonus will be paid upon passing your probationary period.
• OTE of £60,000, a minimum starting salary of £32,000 dependant on experience
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays, with extra days for long service
• Fixed hours each week - no shift patterns. Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.30pm and 1 in 4 Saturdays on a rota basis from 8.00am to 1.00pm. Overtime is paid and often available
• Option of a VW Group Vehicle at preferential leasing rates
• Complimentary hot and cold soft drinks
• Private Medical Insurance, with the option to add your loved ones
• Dedicated mental health champions
• Employee representative body - your voice at work
• Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection Insurance
• DC Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing
• Five full sets of work wear along with Porsche jumpers, gilets, jacket and safety boots

And what’s it actually like to work at Porsche Centre Hatfield?

• Located by Hatfield Business Park with a newly refurbished staff area which has a pool table, darts and a TV
• Only a 5-minute drive to The Galleria shopping centre and Hatfield Retail Park with a range of Eatery’s.
• Free car parking on site.
• Free drinks and snacks

And what about you?

• We value attitude over experience and offer a comprehensive training and support programme, as you progress from Bronze Technician to Master Gold Technician
• You will need a Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent qualification, and a full driving licence
• You will have the opportunity to grow through our leadership development programmes

And finally – who are we?

• Headquartered in Reading alongside Porsche Cars GB Ltd, we are owned wholly by Porsche Germany. We operate five Porsche Centres, two satellite Service Centres and a Trade Parts Distribution Centre in and around London.
• Our journey embodies the Porsche DNA, a love of sports cars and a passion for excellence and challenging the status quo.
• You’ll find our culture of trust, integrity, and empowerment filters through every channel of our business.
• Our people have passion, thriving on a friendly rivalry that inspires all of us to be better and a genuine desire to go further for our customers and each other.

So, what's next?

• Excited? We'd love to hear from you
• Apply now with a copy of your CV and if selected, a member of the team will contact you for an informal chat
• You’ll then meet a Master Technician or Service Manager so we can ensure the role is right for you
• And don’t forget to visit our ‘socials’, just search ‘Porsche Retail Group’.