Vehicle Technician

Lookers Motor Group Limited; Leeds; Vor Ort; GBP 34.000 - 38.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Family leave benefits

Techscheme discounts

Eyecare vouchers

GP 24/7 access

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Zusammenfassung

Lookers Leeds Ford is seeking a Level 3 Service Technician to join the workshop. You will inspect vehicles, service them, and perform repairs, working with latest tech under the guidance of the Aftersales Manager.

The role offers a permanent, full-time contract with 40 hours per week and Saturdays on a rotation. Expect brand accreditation training and clear career progression within the Lookers network.

Qualifikationen

• Must have prior experience as a mechanic.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.

Aufgaben

• Carry out pre-delivery inspections on vehicles.
• Carry out checks in line with manufacturers guidelines.
• Fit additional accessories as requested by the customer.
• Vehicle health check and report required work.

Kenntnisse

Mechanic experience

Driving license

Ausbildung

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

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 believe our people are our greatest asset, and we're committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That's why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Level 3 Service Technician

Leeds Ford

Earn a £2,500 Joining Bonus* - £500 paid in the month following your start date, £500 after your second month and £1,500 after your third month.

Contract Type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: OTE up to £52,480 (Uncapped); between £34,000 to £38,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme

Hours: 40 hours between Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am - 12:30pm

Lookers Leeds Ford are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their fantastic workshop. While working alongside 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 Leeds Ford, you will report to the accomplished Aftersales Manager, who will give on-going support to ensure you have the tools needed to succeed in your role. We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, to accelerate your career further!

Our Vehicle Technicians / Mechanics play a vital role within the 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!

Responsibilities

• Carrying out pre-delivery inspections on new and used vehicles
• Carrying out checks in line with manufacturers guidelines
• Fitting any additional accessories requested by the customer
• Vehicle health check and report any further work which may be required
• Checks on the vehicles' lights, tyre pressure, mechanical and electrical components
• Completing minor repairs on new and used vehicles
• Ability to understand and carry out basic diagnosis in both mechanical and electrical work
• Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
• Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
• Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer's guidelines and relevant write up is complete
• Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a mechanic. 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.

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

• Available to external candidates only and subject to eligibility criteria and scheme terms. To retain the full bonus, employees must remain employed for a minimum of 9 months following receipt of the final payment. Repayment of some or all of the bonus may be required if employment ends before this period, in accordance with company policy.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months' full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks' full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health - 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow - access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

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 driving licence check will also be carried out.