Vehicle Technician - Suzuki Bradford

Colin Appleyard Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-run car dealership in Bradford seeks an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary, a £1,000 welcome bonus, and opportunities for training and advancement. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and a passion for customer service. Join a supportive environment that values hard work and dedication.

Benefits

£1,000 Welcome bonus

Retention scheme up to £10,000

30 days annual leave

Training and leadership development programs

Preferential rates for service and repairs

Qualifications

• Skilled Technician/Mechanic handling minor and major mechanical faults.
• Experience in a busy dealer or garage preferred but not essential.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Handle engine repairs and restore vehicles to manufacturer standards.
• Work to high standards and maintain a positive attitude.
• Participate in manufacturer training and leadership development programs.

Skills

Mechanical Fault Diagnosis

Customer Service

Workshop Equipment Use

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Own Tools

Job description

Bradford, United Kingdom | Posted on 31/03/2025

• Salary Dependent on experience - to be discussed at interview stage
• City Bradford
• Province West Yorkshire
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code BD1

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join our team at Suzuki/Subaru Bradford.

This is a fabulous opportunity to join a family-run business in the top 50 and represent one of our manufacturer partners.

We offer a market-leading salary and bonus scheme, with full details to be discussed during the interview.

About the Business

Our business started over 60 years ago and has remained in the same family. From humble beginnings, we are now in the top 50 car dealers in the country, with over 600 staff across 26 businesses. We value genuine, customer-focused individuals with a positive attitude.

Our recruitment philosophy is to recruit for attitude and train for skills. Even if you lack specific automotive experience, if you enjoy working with customers and share our family values of Fit, Fun, Family, and Fearless, we encourage you to apply.

We provide manufacturer training for product knowledge and work with a top sales trainer to help you excel.

We expect hard work and dedication, and in return, offer an industry-leading package, flexible hours, and opportunities for advancement. We promote from within, and ambition is highly valued.

About You

As a skilled Technician/Mechanic, you will handle minor and major mechanical faults, including engine repairs, restoring vehicles to manufacturer standards.

Applicants should be NVQ level 3 trained or equivalent. Experience in a busy franchised dealer or independent garage is preferred but not essential. You must work to high standards, hold a Full UK driving license, and have your own tools.

Key qualities include drive, passion, enthusiasm, and confidence in workshop equipment use. An MOT Tester qualification is advantageous but not necessary.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and bonus scheme
• £1,000 Welcome bonus in the first month, plus another £1,000 after 12 months
• Referral bonus of £1,000 on joining and after 12 months for both referrer and new hire
• Retention scheme up to £10,000, increasing with service length
• Long service rewards
• Training and leadership development programs
• Manufacturer training for product knowledge
• 30 days annual leave including 8 bank holidays, increasing with service
• Preferential rates for service and repairs, including for family and friends
• Cycle to work scheme
• Closed on Easter Sunday, Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day

Working Hours

8-hour shifts from Monday to Friday, with alternate Saturdays.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, nationality, religion, disability, or other characteristics.