Vehicle Technician - Gravesend Ford

Essex Ford; Gravesend; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Gravesend is seeking a Vehicle Technician to deliver high-quality technical and diagnostic services. The ideal candidate will possess a formal qualification, a full UK driving license, and experience in vehicle servicing. This full-time position offers competitive pay and various benefits, fostering a supportive work environment.

Benefits

30 days holiday including bank holidays

Fantastic discounts on services and parts

Life assurance and mental health support

Discounted gym membership

Retailer discount portal

Up to £1,000 refer a friend scheme

Full training and career progression support

Qualifications

• Relevant formal qualification in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Experience in inspection, repair, and servicing motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and diagnostic service ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Maintain high levels of technical knowledge and comply with training.
• Uphold company quality standards.

Skills

Technical and diagnostic service

Compliance with vehicle health check processes

Excellent verbal and written English skills

Education

City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3

Tools

MOT Tester qualification

Job description

Overview

Allen Motor Group are currently looking to recruit a Vehicle Technician to join our Ford dealership in Gravesend.

What you’ll get

This position is offered on a full-time working contract of 45 hours a week paying up to £31,484 with an OTE of £42,000 reporting to the Aftersales Manager. Our average Vehicle Technician earnings were £42,000 last year, with our higher performing technicians earning on average £58,000!

Benefits

• 30 days holiday including bank holidays, plus additional holiday entitlement which increases with length of service
• Fantastic discounts on MOTs, services and parts
• Life assurance benefit, at no cost to yourself & mental health support system
• Discounted gym membership
• Retailer discount portal with discounts from some of the UK’s biggest retailers
• Up to £1,000 refer a friend scheme
• Full training and support to develop and progress your career with Allen Motor Group

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and diagnostic service ensuring customer satisfaction and productivity targets are met and exceeded
• Maintain the highest level of technical knowledge and ensure compliance with manufacturer training
• Uphold company and manufacturer quality standards
• Ensure 100% compliance with vehicle health check processes

Requirements

• A relevant formal qualification (City & Guilds/NVQ Level 3) as a minimum
• A full UK driving licence
• Experience of inspection, repair and servicing motor vehicles
• MOT Tester qualification would be highly beneficial
• Excellent verbal and written English skills
• Previous experience working in a franchised dealership (preferred but not essential)

At Allen Motor Group, we drive an inclusive workplace, respecting and encouraging applications from every background. Join our team, where every person matters.

To be considered for this opportunity please apply now.

Vehicle Technician - Gravesend Ford

Gravesend, Kent, United Kingdom

DA11 9BJ

Permanent - Full-time

Posted yesterday

Closing date: 02/10/2025

Job reference: DL1391467GraVTGF