Vehicle Technician

JR United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive retailer in Taunton is seeking a Vehicle Technician to provide exceptional customer service and quality workmanship. The role offers competitive salaries based on experience, with additional benefits including flexible arrangements, training opportunities, and a pension scheme. The ideal candidate should have relevant qualifications, a driving license, and their own tools. Join us for a rewarding career with a commitment to personal development and career progression.

Benefits

33 days of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Full manufacturer training

Tool Insurance Programme

Access to our online rewards platform

Preferential service rates

Colleague purchase scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 required.
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician is essential.
• MOT license preferred but not essential.
• Candidate must have their own set of tools.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer experience as a Vehicle Technician.
• Achieve first-time fixes while maintaining quality workmanship.

Skills

Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3

Current experience as a Vehicle Technician

MOT license (preferred)

Own set of tools

Full UK driving licence

Job description

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Join our team at Vertu Land Rover Taunton and become a valued Vehicle Technician

Your role as a Vehicle Technician is crucial in delivering an exceptional customer experience, built on trust and honesty. Quality workmanship and achieving first-time fixes are core values that guide everything we do.

We're looking for technicians across differing levels and packages on offer are dependent upon experience and qualifications however, you can expect packages such as:

• Senior Technician salaries from £32,700 up to £41,870
• Master Technician salaries from £36,800 to £46,790

While this role is primarily Monday to Friday, there may be occasional requirements to work on Saturdays to support business needs or special events. Advance notice will be provided, and any Saturday hours will be paid as ovetime.

To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications and skills:

• A relevant formal qualification in Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician
• MOT license preferred but not essential
• Your own set of tools
• A full UK driving licence

At Vertu Motors, we take pride in investing in our colleagues' personal development more than any other motor retailer. As a successful candidate, you can look forward to ongoing training opportunities, a clear career path, and a range of benefits that reflect our status as an employer of choice, including:

• 33 days of annual leave, increasing to 37 with length of service – giving you time to re charge and relax
• Flexible working arrangements – allowing you to have a work life balance that suits
• Our commitment to you to provide access to full manufacturer training to develop your skills and drive your earnings ability forward. Including dedicated EV Electrical training to keep you at the front edge of changes in the sector.
• Access to our Evolution Management Development program for those who want to grow into a management position
• An enhanced maternity and paternity leave - Our enhanced maternity and paternity ensure that you can enjoy the early stages of your child's life without worrying about work.
• Our Share incentive scheme which allows you to invest tax efficiently and share in the company's continued success.
• Our Tool Insurance Programme to protect your valuable tools with our comprehensive tool insurance.
• Our Pension scheme - Invest in your future with confidence through our pension scheme.
• Our online rewards platform offering cashback and serious discounts at various retailers.
• Preferential service rates - As a member of our team, you'll enjoy access to preferential service rates for your own vehicle
• Colleague purchase scheme - Get ready to enjoy exclusive discounts on vehicles from our exceptional range

If your application is successful, we will need to complete employment checks prior to you starting with us. For this role, we may conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check.

Join our team and take your career to new heights with Vertu Motors. As a national company we can offer great career development with over 190 locations throughout England and Scotland meaning we always have opportunities for internal progression – apply today!