Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Trust Ford; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

TrustFord seeks a skilled Technician to deliver top-notch service and maintenance. As the largest Ford dealership in Europe, we provide comprehensive training in electric vehicle technology, competitive salary, and extensive benefits like a performance bonus and generous time off.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Performance Related Bonus

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Discount on Service, Bodyshop and Parts

Cycle to work purchase scheme

Access to Perks at Work discount website

1 day volunteer for charity

Qualifications

• Previous automotive Technician experience required.
• MOT testing qualification is ideal.
• Training will lead to IMI Level 3 in Electric Vehicle Maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of technical advice and service.
• Provide maintenance to TrustFord customers.
• Participate in the residential induction academy.

Skills

Technical advice

Service and maintenance

Full valid driving licence

MOT testing qualification

Automotive Technician experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3

City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

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For a Technician career that’s future proof DriveForwards

A lot’s changing for automobile technicians right now. At TrustFord, we’ve got the training to keep you up to date on everything from electric vehicles to state-of-the-art features like voice-recognition controlled playlists. As the largest Ford dealership in Europe, we’ll take good care of you, too. With benefits from 33 days’ holiday to heavily discounted cars, you can Drive Forwards in style as a Technician here.

About You:

• To deliver high standards of technical advice, service and maintenance to all our TrustFord customers.
• Have a full valid driving licence, an NVQ Level 2 or 3, City & Guilds or equivalent.
• Have previous automotive Technician experience. Ideally, you'll also have an MOT testing qualification and some main dealership experience.

During your first 12 months of employment, you will be trained to IMI Level 3 in Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Repair to ensure your skills remain relevant throughout your career with us.

In addition to a competitive salary, for the right candidate this position will offer:

• Performance Related Bonus
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) in addition to an annual leave purchase & sale scheme
• Industry leading package
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
• Discount on Service, Bodyshop and Parts
• 1 day each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• Cycle to work purchase scheme
• Access to Perks at Work discount website

Requirements:

• Please give specific detail of your experience, skills, and previous responsibilities that you believe would be relevant to the role you are applying for.
• We encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We want all our colleagues to bring their whole self to work, and that starts with you.

For your first 2 days in the business, you’ll be attending our residential induction academy. This is at a lovely hotel in the heart of Northampton countryside, where you’ll learn all about our business before you start your new role.

Our PPA and Diversity Initiatives:

Our PPA is what makes TrustFord. Our Network Groups support us in fostering respect and care among colleagues, regardless of race, ability, gender, or personal identity. We aim to develop inclusive and diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and collaborate with our colleague network groups, including Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, and Gender Networks, to increase applications from diverse backgrounds.

To request any adjustments, please ask during the application stage or contact the Recruitment Team.

We are open to discussing flexible working options. Requests for flexible working will be considered at any stage of the application or employment process. Although not every role may be suitable, we will support where possible. Please contact our recruitment team to discuss your requirements.

TrustFord is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on any grounds other than ability to carry out the job role.

All offers of employment are subject to a background check.

We advertise our vacancies to attract candidates directly and not through agency suppliers. If agency assistance is needed, we will contact agencies from our Preferred Supplier List. Any unsolicited CVs will not be accepted.