Vehicle Technician

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Ipswich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 Days Annual Leave Including Bank Ho

Accredited manufacturer training

Company pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is seeking a Prep Technician in Ipswich to join a busy automotive dealership. You will prepare vehicles to a high standard for sale or handover, carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs as part of a supportive aftersales team.

The role offers ongoing training, manufacturer accredited programmes, and a clear path for long-term career progression within a family-run automotive group.

Qualifications

• Experience in automotive workshop environments.
• On-going training and development opportunities.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles to a high standard for sale or handover.
• Carry out routine servicing and maintenance.
• Perform mechanical repairs where required.
• Identify and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
• Complete vehicle inspections and workshop documentation.

Skills

Servicing

Maintenance

Repair

Fault-finding

Education

Level 2/3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Salary & OTE: Up to £40,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an Vehicle Technician / Prep Technician looking for your next opportunity?

We are recruiting for a skilled and motivated Prep Technician to join a busy and well-established automotive dealership in Ipswich.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Technician who enjoys working in a fast-paced workshop environment and takes pride in preparing vehicles to the highest possible standards.

You will be carrying out servicing, maintenance, repairs and vehicle preparation work while working as part of a professional and supportive aftersales team.

With ongoing training, excellent company benefits and genuine opportunities for long‑term career development, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your automotive career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• 33 Days Annual Leave Including Bank Holidays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Accredited manufacturer training
• Family discounts available
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing support
• Work for a well‑established, family‑run automotive group
• Genuine long‑term career progression opportunities

THE ROLE

As a Prep Technician, you will be responsible for preparing vehicles to a high standard, ensuring they are safe, reliable and ready for sale or customer handover.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out vehicle preparation work efficiently and to a high standard
• Completing routine servicing and maintenance
• Carrying out mechanical repairs where required
• Identifying and rectifying mechanical and electrical faultsCompleting vehicle inspections and reporting any additional work required
• Preparing vehicles to meet manufacturer and dealership standards
• Using diagnostic equipment where necessary
• Ensuring all work is completed within agreed timescales
• Accurately completing job cards and workshop documentation
• Working in line with manufacturer guidelines and Health & Safety standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Working closely with the wider workshop and aftersales team

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an Prep Technician / Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic with:

• Previous experience working within an automotive workshop environment
• A relevant Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
• Strong servicing, maintenance and repair skills
• The ability to work efficiently in a busy workshop environment
• Good mechanical knowledge and fault-finding ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• A positive and proactive attitude
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A willingness to continue developing your technical knowledge
• A full UK Driving Licence
• Experience within a main dealership environment would be advantageous, although strong independent garage or automotive workshop experience will also be considered.