VW Vehicle Technician

Listers Group Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Wellness Programme

Sick Pay

Group life insurance

Staff discount on car servicing

Listers Benefits – discounts on Retail

Long service and loyalty incentives

Company Events

Job summary

Listers Volkswagen Coventry is recruiting a Vehicle Technician to join the on-site workshop. You will service, diagnose and repair vehicles, working 8:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, and 1 in 3 Saturday mornings, 8:30am to 1pm.

Basic salary up to £45,000 with OTE up to £48,000 plus benefits. We offer ongoing training, VW accreditation pathways and opportunities for advancement in a modern facility.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is required.
• Electric/Hybrid qualification is advantageous but training will be provided.
• MOT License would be beneficial but not essential.
• Full UK Driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, repair and diagnostics of all workshop vehicles to high standards first time.
• Electrical and mechanical repairs including suspension, steering, brakes, wheel bearings, driveshafts, exhausts and air conditioning servicing.
• Repair and maintenance on EV/Hybrid vehicles using diagnostic equipment and battery/system knowledge.
• Fit manufacturer accessories and audio equipment.
• Complete service paperwork to manufacturer and brand standards.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

CitNOW

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Role Aftersales, Service, Parts & Workshop Dealership VW Coventry Employment type Full-time Ref 33410 Salary Basic Salary up to £45,000 with OTE up to £48,000 plusbenefits. Contract type Permanent Workplace type On-site Brand Find out more about Listers Volkswagen

Due to continuing growth, we are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join Listers Volkswagen Coventry. The hours of work are 8:30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday,as well as working 1 in 3 Saturday mornings, 8:30am to 1pm.

We offer industry leading basic salaries & bonus and are reflective of each applicant's experience and skillset.

Basic Salary up to £45,000 with OTE up to £48,000 plus benefits.

As a Technician at Listers, you will be at the forefront of utilising our state of the art systems to diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues with all vehicles. Your expertise will play a crucial role in ensuring the optimal performance of our customers vehicles, providing outstanding customer support, and collaborating with different departments across the business to achieve goals.

Our well-equipped and modern facilities provide a professional environment for our staff whilst delivering a seamless service to our customers. Our team members are rewarded for their individual contribution, customer satisfaction and for overall team performance. We also offer outstanding development opportunities, with ongoing training provided to help you reach your full potential as a VW Qualified Technician or Master Technician.

Role and Responsibilities

• Our technicians are responsible for the servicing, repair and diagnostics of all vehicles in the workshop, ensuring that all work is carried out to the highest standard first time.
• The main responsibilities would include electrical and mechanical repairs, including suspension, steering, brakes, wheel bearings, driveshafts, exhausts and air conditioning servicing.
• Additional responsibilities may include repairs and maintenance on EV and Hybrid vehicles such as the use of electronic diagnostic equipment, focusing on areas such as batteries, drive motor, auxiliary drive pack & control systems.
• You will have the ability to fit manufacturer accessories and audio equipment.
• You will have a full understanding of Customer Satisfaction and its impact on the business.
• You will be trained and able to operate additional systems, such as video reporting i.e CitNOW.
• You also will be able to complete all service paperwork to manufacturer and brand standards.
• Working closely with other members of the workshop team to constantly learn and share knowledge.

About you

• We consider candidates from all backgrounds who have experience working in the Automotive sector as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, HGV Mechanic, HGV Technician, Motor Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, HGV Fitter, Auto Electrician, MOT Tester or Apprentice Vehicle Technician to join Listers.
• Whether you work at an independent garage, fast fit centre, car supermarket or main dealer, we would be interested in talking to you.
• As a minimum you will hold or working towards completion of your NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• An Electric and Hybrid vehicle qualification or certification would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided.
• MOT License would also be beneficial but not essential.
• Full UK Driving licence.
• As long as you can demonstrate good mechanical and electrical knowledge and an ability to ensure all work is carried out to a high standard, we have the training and facilities to help you make the next big step in your career.

What we offer

• Company Pension
• Wellness Programme
• Sick Pay
• Group life insurance
• Staff discount on car servicing
• Listers Benefits – discounts on retailers, restaurants, cinemas & holidays
• Long service and loyalty incentives
• Company Events

Why Listers?

Founded in 1979, Listers Group stands as one of the largest privately and family-owned motor retailer groups in the UK. There's a reason why this is the case, there are over two and a half thousand reasons, our team. Since the very beginning, our success has been a product of the fantastic people that work for us. This is recognised by representing some of the world's most prestigious car brands across the Midlands, Lincolnshire, Gloucestershire, Norfolk and Yorkshire. We support employees in all areas of the business, whatever your aspirations might be