Vehicle Technician

Car Giant Ltd.; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Car Giant Ltd. is seeking dedicated Light Vehicle Maintenance Technicians to join their expert Workshop Team in London. As a Vehicle Technician, you'll perform skilled mechanical repairs, oversee quality control, and collaborate with a supportive team in a non-customer-facing, safe workshop environment. This role offers a competitive salary, a chance to work with a variety of vehicles, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free employee parking

Staff discount on car parts and vehicles

Ride-to-work bicycle scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in vehicle mechanics or equivalent certification required.
• Willingness to perform ad hoc duties in a workshop-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs on motor vehicles, including diagnosis and solution development.
• Maintain vehicle job records and complete parts order forms.
• Ensure a safe working environment and adhere to company health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Motivation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in skilled vehicle mechanics

Job description

We are looking to appoint Light Vehicle Maintenance Technicians (Car Mechanics) to join our expert Cargiant Workshop Team.

Job Description

As a Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for tasks and activities such as:

• Performing skilled mechanical repairs on motor vehicles, ranging from Quality Control/MOT failures to major component overhauls and replacements
• Verifying vehicle serviceability by conducting road tests, adjusting controls and systems, and identifying and recording any applicable faults
• Participating in and/or taking ownership of repair diagnosis, troubleshooting, and solution development
• Being willing to carry out less advanced, semi-skilled jobs as required by business needs
• Maintaining vehicle job records and job cards daily in line with company systems and procedures
• Completing parts order forms, keeping a log of and collecting parts from the relevant department, and liaising with management regarding timely and effective ordering
• Assisting with other workshop tasks as instructed by management, and cooperating with other Workshop Team Members
• Taking part in and adapting to any required training
• Moving vehicles within the workshop site efficiently and professionally, adhering to the Highway Code and Cargiant’s Health and Safety guidelines
• Adhering to environmental disposal practices and regulations

Duties/Responsibilities

• Performing the above tasks in a timely manner using relevant workshop equipment and your own tools, as necessary, in line with vehicle-specific job cards
• Delivering high-quality repair outcomes in accordance with Cargiant’s stringent standards
• Communicating and consulting with management regarding any job additions, issues, or snags
• Where applicable, reporting any additional vehicle faults found to managers and undertaking ad hoc duties as requested
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and workmanship in line with Health and Safety guidelines and company policies

Health & Safety Responsibilities

• Ensuring that the working environment is safe for yourself and others
• Reporting all accidents and near misses to management
• Identifying and reporting potential hazards or safety issues
• Handling hazardous substances in compliance with relevant Health and Safety regulations
• Using PPE correctly where required
• Acting in accordance with the standards set out in the Health and Safety Manual and Company Handbook

Essential Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent certification/proven experience) in skilled vehicle mechanics
• A full and valid driving licence
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to perform ad hoc duties in a workshop-based environment
• Ability to work outdoors, with a flexible approach to work
• Motivation to perform at your best at the World’s Largest Car Dealership

What We Offer

• A chance to grow your experience by working on all mainstream makes and models of vehicles, alongside a team of car experts
• A safe and stable working environment with supportive colleagues and managers
• A non-customer-facing role in an enclosed workshop
• Weekly pay
• Free employee parking (designated areas)
• Staff discount on car parts and Cargiant vehicles (subject to terms and conditions)
• Ride-to-work bicycle scheme