Vehicle Technician / Mechanic

Lookers Motor Group Limited; Colchester; Presencial; GBP 28.000 - 34.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Annual leave

Maternity/adoption leave

Paternity leave

Techscheme discounts

Eyecare vouchers

GP 24/7

Dental insurance

Critical illness cover

Gym discounts

Travel insurance

Home and tech vouchers

Retail discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Lookers Colchester are recruiting a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join their workshop. You will perform vehicle health checks, services, and repairs, working with experienced technicians to ensure high standards.

A full UK driving licence and NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) are required, and training in brand accreditation is provided. The role offers 40 hours per week, with a Monday–Friday 8:30am–5:00pm schedule and paid training opportunities, including hybrid and electric vehicle courses, plus

Formación

• The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a mechanic.
• You will be self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn, while working to high standards.
• You will require a full UK driving licence and completion of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience working with brands is advantageous but training can be provided.

Responsabilidades

• Perform vehicle health checks and services using up-to-date diagnostics.
• Carry out repairs and maintenance as required by the workshop.

Conocimientos

Mechanic experience

Full UK driving licence

Vehicle technician experience

Educación

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

About us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and We're committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

PDI Technician

Volvo Colchester

Contract Type: Permenant Full Time

Salary

£31,000 basic plus £5,880 bonus potential, uncapped!

Hours

40 hours between Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am - 12:30pm

Lookers Colchester are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their fantastic workshop. While working alongside other experienced technicians, you will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services and carrying out any additional repairs.

Here at Volco, you will report to the accomplished Aftersales Manager, who will give on-going support to ensure you have the tools needed to succeed in your role. We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, to accelerate your career further!

Our Vehicle Technicians / Mechanics play a vital role within our Service team by delivering first class customer service every time. We want you to be part of our success. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, whether you work in a dealer group or independent garage, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a mechanic. You'll be self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to learn, while being able to work to the highest standards. You will require a full UK driving licence and completion of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification.

Having previous experience of working with brand would be advantageous, although not essential as full brand accreditation training can be provided.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months' full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks' full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health - 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow - access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.

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