Vehicle Technician - Portsmouth

Motorpoint Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading car retailer in the UK is seeking a PDI Technician to ensure high-quality vehicles are ready for handover. You will conduct inspections, repairs, and collaborate with the team to uphold standards. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in an engaging environment.

Benefits

28 days' holiday plus additional leave

Staff discount on cars

Healthcare

Pension

Vocational training courses

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Minimum Level 2 motor trade qualification required.
• Strong attention to detail during inspections.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Inspect vehicles and diagnose faults.
• Follow the PDI process, conducting road tests.
• Document completion accurately, support movements.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

Level 2 motor trade qualification

Job description

Who are we?

We are Motorpoint, the UK’s leading omnichannel car retailer of nearly new cars. At Motorpoint, we all share the same vision:

To be the Car Buyer's Champion, trusted to deliver unrivalled Choice, Value and Quality.

We believe that by creating a fantastic place to work for our colleagues, we will deliver the best possible experience for our customers. So, if you want to work with an amazing group of people who are fun, friendly and get stuff done - and who bring our values to life – PROUD, HAPPY, HONEST, SUPPORTIVE – by working TOGETHER, then Motorpoint is the place to be and we are on a mission!

The Role: PDI Technician

Salary: £13.90 Per Hour basic + Bonus

Location: Portsmouth

Contract Type: Permanent

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

At Motorpoint, we’re proud to deliver high-quality vehicles and exceptional customer experiences. As a Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring our vehicles are mechanically prepared and ready for handover - helping us to achieve our vision of being the car buyer's champion!

What will you be getting up to?

• 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

What do we need from you?

• A full UK driving licence is essential
• A minimum Level 2 motor trade qualification
• EV qualification is desirable – but don’t worry, 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

What is in it for you?

• 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: 12th December 2025

Please note, this role may close before the closing date if the advert receives a high volume of suitable applications, so it is best to apply as soon as possible.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have any concerns about potential barriers in the application process, please get in touch so we can ensure they are removed.