Vehicle Technician - Volkswagen

Johnsons Cars Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealer group in Liverpool is seeking a Technician to provide high-quality maintenance and repair on various vehicles. Offering a competitive salary ranging from £28,000 to £32,000 plus bonuses, this position includes paid overtime and extensive training opportunities. The ideal candidate will have NVQ level 3 or equivalent, along with relevant experience and a valid UK driving licence. Join a team dedicated to exceptional service and growth.

Benefits

Paid overtime

Industry-leading bonus scheme

Birthday Leave

Company Pension Scheme

Staff Discounts

Enhanced Holiday entitlement

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a Technician or mechanic.
• Possession of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Undertake maintenance, service, and repair on all types of motor vehicles.
• Diagnose vehicle faults and record service operations.
• Work safely, meeting health and safety standards.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Diagnostic skills

Repair skills

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to rev up your career in the automotive industry? At Johnsons Cars, we're not just selling cars; we're creating exceptional experiences for our customers.

Johnsons Cars are one of the UK’s leading independent Franchise Dealership Networks, with 53 multi-award-winning Dealerships across the UK. Established in 1999, we have grown rapidly to represent a variety of global car manufacturers with 15 marques in total, including Volkswagen, Skoda, Seat, Hyundai, Ford, Honda, Suzuki, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, and Mazda.

Now, we want you to be a part of our journey as a Technician at our Volkswagen Dealership in Liverpool.

Basic Salary between £28,000 and £32,000 with a realistic OTE of up to £50,000

Benefits

• Overtime: Paid overtime for Saturday working and approved additional hours.
• Industry leading bonus scheme: uncapped Technician bonus with realistic bonus earnings of £12,000 per annum.
• Birthday Leave: An extra paid day off on your birthday.
• Company Pension Scheme: You will be entered into our Company Pension Scheme.
• Staff Discounts: Discounts on all 17 brands for vehicle sales, servicing, parts and labour.
• More Discounts: Access to our benefits platform with a range of discounts.
• Dentist on Demand: Access to on-demand dental services.
• Optional Benefits: Range of optional benefits, including healthcare cash plans.

Role And Responsibilities

• To undertake maintenance, service and repair activities on motor vehicles of all types to the highest standard to meet company and franchise requirements
• Measure, test and diagnose vehicle faults
• Repair diagnosed vehicles, replace parts, lubricants and consumables
• Record all service and repair operations as required by the company and the manufacturer
• Work in a safe and professional manner, operating to health and safety standards
• Identify additional work and maintenance requirements on vehicles using an established EVHC process

The Ideal Candidate Will

• Be qualified to NVQ level 3 (or equivalent)
• Have previous experience working in a Technician or mechanic role
• Ideally hold a valid MOT testing qualification (preferable but not essential)
• Take responsibility for the safety, standard and quantity of their work
• Hold a full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• A market leading bonus plan and good basic salary as well as paid overtime for rota Saturday morning giving you a realistic OTE of £45,000 - £50,000
• 31 days paid annual leave, increasing to 33 with longevity of service.
• Industry-leading product and manufacturer training to support your growth and success.
• Internal training academy and partnership with automotive management trainers to elevate your career.

The Company

Welcome to Johnsons Cars, we are one of the UKs biggest independent dealer groups with a nationwide presence spanning 58 sites across the country. Proudly representing 17 esteemed brands, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our valued customers. We also have vehicle parts operations and a Fleet Services business. We are a culture of continuous growth and success; by joining Johnsons Cars you’ll become part of a team that thrives on delivering exceptional service to our customers whilst providing a platform for your personal and professional growth. At Johnsons your career is as important as the outstanding service we provide to our customers.

The Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Birthday Leave
• Enhanced Holiday entitlement
• Staff Discounts
• Johnsons Benefits Platform

The Values

• Innovation: We are creative and fearless in our work.
• Accountability: We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
• Teamwork: We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.