Vehicle Technician

Thurlow Nunn; Wisbech; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped OTE with monthly bonus

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Free RAC breakdown cover

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on parts and labour

Job summary

Thurlow Nunn is seeking a qualified automotive technician to join our workshop. You will repair and service a range of vehicles, perform diagnostics, and ensure work meets manufacturer guidelines. The role emphasizes fixing right, first time and delivering excellent customer service.

Key requirements include an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, MOT Licence, own tools, and ability to work in a fast-paced workshop. A full driving licence is essential, with a Monday–Friday schedule and Saturday rota.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or equivalent.
• MOT Tester Licence.
• Own tools.
• Proven experience as Vehicle Technician or relevant automotive qualification.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems & components.
• Experience using diagnostic tools & equipment.
• Commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced workshop.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service a range of vehicles in accordance with manufacturer and retailer guidelines.
• Identify potential defects and worn components and report for customer authorisation.
• Conduct thorough vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and repairs following manufacturer guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks: oil changes, servicing, air conditioning, brakes, tyre rotations, fluid checks.
• Ensure work is completed to high quality standards within timeframes.
• Collaborate with colleagues to maintain a positive team environment.

Skills

Strong knowledge of vehicle systems

Excellent problem-solving skills

Team player

Ability to work in fast-paced workshop

Full driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair

MOT Tester Licence

Tools

Own tools

Diagnostic tools & equipment

Job description

The Role

We have a fully equipped workshop with the latest technologies and access to regular manufacturer training to keep your knowledge and skills up to date.

Repair and service a range of vehicles in accordance with the manufacturer and retailer guidelines, in a timely and efficient manner and to the correct standard.

Identify potential defects and worn components and report responsibly for customer authorisation.

Conduct thorough vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and repairs in line with manufacturer guidelines.
Perform routine maintenance tasks, including oil changes, servicing, warranty, air conditioning, repairs, tyre rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks via electronic video health checks.
Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards and within specified timeframes.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues and support a positive team environment.

Through your skill and expertise of “fix right, first time”, you will deliver the best possible experience for our customers.

The role is Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm or 8:30am - 5:30pm and 1 in 2 Saturday mornings on a rota 8am - 1pm

The Candidate

The role will suit a qualified automotive technician. You will be personable, hard-working and reliable. A team player, you will be looking to join a well-respected company in which you will find a friendly, supportive working environment.

Ideally you will have:

• An NVQ level 3 qualification, or equivalent, in light vehicle maintenance and repair
• MOT Tester Licence
• Own tools
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician or a relevant automotive qualification.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems and components.
• Experience using diagnostic tools and equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and technical skills.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced workshop environment.
• A full driving licence

Company benefits

• Uncapped OTE opportunity with a monthly bonus scheme
• 1 hour lunch break
• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Life assurance
• Free RAC breakdown cover
• Cycle to work purchase scheme
• Preferential parts, service and labour rates
• Discounts on new and used vehicles
• Free access to health and wellbeing support services

As a family owned business we have strong values. You will be expected to represent our family values of: Professional, Trust, Respect, Caring and Together, through your own behaviour, every day.

Why Work For Us?

Thurlow Nunn is a family-owned, people-driven business which has been established for over 145 years. Our team of over 400 employees, span a variety of roles, across 12 sites throughout Norfolk, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire.
Whether your passion is sales, aftersales, customer service or another area, what's really important for us is that you are able to represent our family values of: Professional, Trust, Respect, Caring and Together, every day.
If you take great pride in delivering exceptional customer service and would love to be a member of a dedicated, friendly team, then Thurlow Nunn would be a great place for you to work.

Hours

Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm, alternate Saturdays 8.00am to 1.00pm

• 31 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Free RAC breakdown cover
• Cycle to work purchase scheme
• Preferential parts, service and labour rates
• Discounts on new and used vehicles
• Aftersales discounts
• Access to health and wellbeing support services
• Free refreshments
• Employee discount platform
• Recruitment Referral Incentive Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)