Vehicle Technician

LONDON EXECUTIVE CHAUFFEURS LTD; West Drayton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 5% Bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Travel Insurance

Wellness Program

Cycle to Work Scheme

33 days Annual Leave

Life Insurance

Discounted Cabs and Courier services

Season Ticket Loans

Retail discounts

Job summary

Addison Lee in West Drayton is seeking a Vehicle Technician to repair, service, and maintain our fleet of premium vehicles. Based at the Driver Hub, you will join a team of 75 colleagues supporting over 2,500 drivers and ensuring our high standards of safety and reliability.

You should hold Level 2 or above, main dealership experience, and be able to work to deadlines. The role offers a salary of £35,175, 44 hours per week, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Main dealership experience.
• Minimum 4 years' experience working autonomously.
• Relevant vehicle/motor-repair qualifications – NVQ 1,2 & 3 or City & Guilds.
• Own tools for servicing and repairs.
• Driving licence and ability to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Vehicle maintenance, repairs and full servicing.
• Fault finding and diagnostic work with a focus on quality.
• Working to manufacturer repair standards.
• Replacing clutches, timing belts and engines.
• Giving advice to drivers relating to any repairs carried out.
• Basic administration.

Skills

Own tools

Driving licence

Diagnostic training

Minimum 4 years' experience

NVQ 1-3 or City & Guilds

Education

NVQ 1-3 or City & Guilds

Job description

About Us

Addison Lee - Giving London Life a Lift

Since 1975, Addison Lee has been at the heart of London's transport network, delivering safe, stylish, and reliable journeys. As the capital's leading passenger car, courier, and black taxi service, we take pride in setting industry standards.

Our strength lies in our employees and drivers- genuine, ambitious, united, and proud. We believe every journey should be more than just a ride, combining cutting-edge technology with exceptional service to transform the experience for clients and drivers alike.

As part of ComfortDelGro Group, our reach extends beyond London, connecting a global private hire network of over 34,000 vehicles. Our network spans public transport (buses and rail), point-to-point services (taxis and private hire cars), and business-to-business mobility solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity for millions of people every day.

About The Role

We're keen to hear from you if you hold a Level 2 certification (or above) and ideally gained some experience working within a dealership or vehicle manufacturer. As one of our trusted Vehicle Technicians you will be repairing, servicing and maintaining the Addison Lee fleet - this includes VW Multivan, Transporter and ID4, Audi A6 and A8, Mercedes S and V class and Ford Transit.

You’ll be based at our Driver Hub in West Drayton where you’ll be part of a wider dedicated team of 75 colleagues who support over 2500 drivers. Your role is part of a key team that keeps our drivers on the road delivering our trusted and quality focused service.

Main Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Vehicle maintenance, repairs and full servicing
• Fault finding and diagnostic work with a focus on quality
• Working to manufacturer repair standards
• Replacing clutches, timing belts and engines
• Giving advice to drivers relating to any repairs carried out
• Basic administration

Requirements

• Main dealership experience
• Minimum 4 years' experience working autonomously
• Relevant vehicle/motor-repair related qualifications –NVQ 1,2 & 3 or City & Guilds
• Own tools (for general servicing and repairs)
• Driving licence
• Longevity in previous roles
• Diagnostic training & diagnosing faults
• Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure

Location

West Drayton

Working Hours/Pattern

44 hours per week

Monday - Friday 10:30 - 19:00

(Alternate Saturdays 08:00 - 16:30)

Reporting Lines

This role reports into the Workshop Supervisor

Benefits

• As well as a salary of £35,175 you'll also receive
• Up to 5% Bonus,
• Enhanced Maternity Leave: 26 weeks full pay, 13 weeks 50% pay,
• Enhanced Paternity Leave: 4 weeks full pay,
• 2 days paid volunteering leave a year,
• Private Medical Insurance, Travel Insurance (after 1 year),
• Wellness Program,
• Cycle to Work Scheme,
• 33 days Annual Leave (incl. bank holidays),
• Life Insurance (Death in Service),
• Extensive retails discounts via Reward Gateway (e.g. 5% off most major supermarkets),
• Support with Professional Training and Qualifications via Apprenticeships,Season Ticket Loans, Discounted Cabs and Courier services (within London).

Equality and Diversity Information

Addison Lee is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Addison Lee are a Disability Confident employer, we have made commitments to employ, keep and develop the abilities of disabled staff.