Vehicle Technician - Derby

Motorpoint; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 15,797 - 22,499; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off every month

28 days' holiday plus additional days

Staff discount on cars

Employee Assistance Programme

Vocational and personal development training

Job summary

Motorpoint is seeking a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Technician based in Derby. This full-time permanent role involves servicing, maintenance, and repairs to manufacturer standards. You'll be responsible for inspecting vehicles, diagnosing faults, and ensuring readiness for handover.

The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 motor trade qualification and a full UK driving license. Additional training for EV qualifications will be provided. Benefits include paid time off, extensive holidays, and discounts at various retailers.

Qualifications

• Full UK driving license is essential.
• EV qualification is desirable; training will be supported.
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a tidy workspace.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Inspect vehicles and diagnose faults to meet quality benchmarks.
• Conduct road tests to ensure vehicle readiness for handover.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Team player

Organizational skills

Education

Level 2 motor trade qualification

Job description

Role

Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Technician

Salary

£13.90 per hour basic + Bonus

Location

Derby

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

42.5 hours, 5 days out of 7 on a rota - weekend working will be required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs to manufacturer standards
• Inspect vehicles and diagnose faults to meet Motorpoint’s quality benchmarks
• Follow our PDI process, including conducting road tests, to ensure readiness for handover
• Complete documentation accurately and support vehicle movements as needed
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and collaborate with colleagues across departments
• Champion health and safety and contribute to a positive team culture
• Carry out any other ad hoc tasks as required

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is essential
• A minimum Level 2 motor trade qualification
• EV qualification is desirable – but we’ll support you with training if needed
• Strong attention to detail and ability to spot issues during inspections
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• A team player who can also work independently
• Motivation to meet performance goals and uphold quality standards
• Organised and efficient in managing workload and priorities
• Commitment to safety and maintaining a tidy workspace
• Willingness to support other sites when needed
• A positive attitude and alignment with our values: Proud, Honest, Supportive, Happy and Together

Benefits

• Paid time off every month to do something that makes you happy
• 28 days' holiday plus days off for your birthday, getting married, or moving house
• Additional holidays for length of service
• Long service awards
• Staff discount on cars and finance options
• Discounts and cashback at hundreds of high street retailers and restaurants through our “My M.O.T” platform
• Smart Tech in partnership with Currys
• Cycle to work
• Pension
• Healthcare
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Vocational and personal development training courses
• Quarterly team socials
• Team feasts
• Scratch card rewards
• Sharesave scheme (SAYE)
• Plus much more!

Closing Date

3rd June 2026

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