Vehicle Technician (Diagnostics Focus)

Adecco; Whetsted; On-site; GBP 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A market leader in vehicle remarketing is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their team in Whetsted, England. In this role, you will perform mechanical repairs on wholesale remarketing vehicles. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Mechanical Technician certification and experience in diagnosing mechanical faults. This position offers a salary of £36,728.23 along with benefits such as onsite parking and a company pension scheme.

Benefits

Onsite parking

Company Pension Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders

Exclusive Rewards programme discounts

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 Mechanical Technician certification.
• Experience in diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical repairs in line with approved methods.
• Work productively to meet repair deadlines.
• Highlight unrepairable conditions and suggest alternatives.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in workspaces.

Skills

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Teamwork

Attention to detail

MOT testing

Education

Level 3 Mechanical Technician certification

Job description

Vehicle Technician (Diagnostics Focus)

Hours: Monday - Friday (08:00 - 17:00)

Salary: £36,728.23

Paddock Wood

We're proud to be representing a market leader in European vehicle remarketing in their search for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their team. As a Vehicle Technician, you will assess, recommend, and complete mechanical repairs to enhance the value of wholesale remarketing vehicles.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical repairs in line with approved methods (e.g., Cambelts, Clutches, Wheel alignment, general wear and tear, and MOT failure work).
• Work productively, ensuring repairs are completed within deadlines and prioritising work to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Highlight when repairs are not possible or when an alternative, more cost-effective solution is required.
• Maintain a high attention to detail and rigorously follow standard operating procedures, ensuring documentation is completed accurately.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping and cleanliness within workspaces.
• Undertake other duties as requested by your manager.

You Must Have

• Experienced Level 3 Mechanical Technician certification.
• A broad understanding of cars, with the ability to observe, diagnose, and repair mechanical faults, and conduct vehicle servicing.
• A clear team ethic, focusing on immediate technical tasks while understanding that achieving the business's overall goals requires teamwork across all departments.
• Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points.

Our Benefits

• Onsite parking
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to our exclusive Rewards programme, providing online and store discounts with a range of retailers

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.