*Join the FJ Chalke Family – Where You're More Than Just a Number*
If you’re a skilled, qualified Vehicle Technician looking to earn well, feel valued, and work in a friendly, family run dealership, or if you’re in need of some further training & development opportunities – you’re in the right place…
We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for an Automotive Technician at our multi franchise Vale Motors dealership in Wincanton.
We proudly represent four exciting automotive brands, including Omoda & Jaecoo – two of the fastest-growing franchises in the market – alongside GWM and Isuzu, offering a diverse and dynamic product range.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs across a range of systems (engine, brakes, suspension, electrics etc.)
* Servicing and maintenance to manufacturer standards
* Road testing vehicles, including customer demos where needed
* Carrying out vehicle health checks
* Speaking directly with customers to explain issues and fixes
* Keeping your workspace clean and safe
* Supporting the team – we’re all in this together!
* CPD – We’ll help you with training & development to allow your career to flourish!
What We’re Looking For
* NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair & minimum of 2 years' practical experience
* Experience in a Main Dealer environment
* EV / Hybrid training a bonus (we’ll support you if not!)
* MOT Tester status? Even better!
* Someone who’s positive, honest, takes pride in their work and wants to grow with us
* Full UK driving licence (with less than 6 points)
* Your own tools and a can-do attitude
Why FJ Chalke?
* *Family run since 1929*
* *Uncapped monthly performance bonuses*
* *Loyalty profit share*
* *Starting at 22 days holiday + Bank Hols (rising with service)*
* *Open, honest, & supportive culture*
* *Ongoing training and real career progression – we’ll help you be the best you can be*
* *MOT / Service / Parts / Vehicle discounts for you & family*
* *Employee Assistance Program – health & wellbeing support for you & family*
* *Social events throughout the year*
* *Pension, eye tests, referral schemes and more*
Salary
Competetive, dependant on experience
Hours
* *Mon – Fri:* 8:30am – 5:00pm (30 mins unpaid lunch)
* *Alternate Saturdays:* 8:30am – 12:30pm
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Profit sharing
* Referral programme
Licence/Certification:
* Full UK Driving Licence with less than 6 penalty points (required)
* Level 3 Technician Qualification (IMI / NVQ or equivalent) (required)
Work Location: In person
