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A dynamic automotive repair workshop in Southampton is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician. The role involves performing maintenance and repairs, diagnosing issues, and working within a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills, alongside relevant qualifications. The company offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a supportive work environment.
Vehicle Technician (109jc) – Southampton – up to £40k + Benefits
Are you enthusiastic about the automotive industry and looking to join a dynamic team that values your skills and contributions? Join them as an Automotive Vehicle Technician and become an integral part of their growing business!
They are looking for an experienced Motor Vehicle Technician, whether from an independent or main dealer background, it’s the passion and capabilities to help drive the business forward that are key.
My client is an independent automotive repair workshop based on the outskirts of Southampton, on the edge of the New Forest, with facilities to carry out MOT testing, servicing and repairs, diagnostic fault finding and a lot more besides.
Under the current ownership the business has grown, and looking to grow further, gaining a reputation for its honesty, integrity and transparency with all the work carried out on the premises.
With this growth, it is important to the owners and management team to expand the skill set of the workforce, ensuring the team continues to work efficiently, drawing on all staff members’ experience.
Further growth plans include modernisation of the current site, for which planning permission has been approved, enabling them to cater for wider, taller and heavier vehicles thus future proofing the site. Additionally, they are continually looking to invest in equipment and technology to keep up with industry changes and requirements.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, able to work on their own initiative and within a team, have an eye for detail, and be a good communicator with both colleagues and customers, as well as being numerate and literate.
What They Offer:
• Salary up to £40,000 p.a. (dependent on experience etc.), Performance-based bonus, 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays), Health insurance, Company pension scheme and Hours Monday-Friday 08:00–17:00.
Your key responsibilities will include:
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues accurately and efficiently.
• Work closely with our experienced team to deliver the best service for our customers.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements.
Ideal Qualifications & Experience:
• Proven experience as an automotive technician, ideally with certification, i.e. Technician (NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent to Level 3)
• Familiarity with diagnostic tools and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
• MOT Tester preferable (or training given if required)
• Full UK Driving Licence
For more information, please contact Jean-Claude Hedouin at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd on 0333 202 6500, or jc@ex-mil.co.uk or via the website www.ex-mil.co.uk
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Genuine honest conversation, with communication throughout the whole process from initial contact, introduction and right through to placement.
I couldn't recommend the team enough genuinely would recommend the team at Ex Mil whether you're an employer seeking candidates or seeking a new opportunity.
Jean Claude has been amazing in every step of the way, I'm currently two weeks into my new job a job that I never thought it was achievable..
Jean Claude give me the confidence I needed to do it very highly recommend
I have and many of my contacts have done business with JC and Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd, every company HR's should use his business module it is excellent.
J Walker
A very big thank you to Jean-Claude and Ex Mil recruitment, posted a Job advertisement on linked in and within days of submitting my CV to him an interview was secured. Post interview follow up was fantastic not only feedback given but also an offer of employment followed it, absolutely understands military background and how and where best to place Ex service personell in our transition into civilian street.
Corey
Having had a woeful experience with a number recruitment consultants and companies phishing and farming data from job sites such as CV Library Indeed and Total Jobs who phone up have an initial conversation promise the world and then never hear from then again it was a delight to deal with both Dan and JC at Ex Mil Recruitment.
Genuine honest conversation, with communication throughout the whole process from initial contact, introduction and right through to placement.
I couldn't recommend the team enough genuinely would recommend the team at Ex Mil whether you're an employer seeking candidates or seeking a new opportunity.