BMW Motorrad Technician in Reading

Time to switch up a gear? Be part of something better. Enjoy support that’s second to none as a Motorrad Technician (Mechanic) at Group 1 Automotive. With training at some of the best facilities in the industry, you’ll learn new skills while becoming an expert. And best of all, you’ll be part of a fun, friendly team that will support you every day.

What we can offer you:

• Enjoy 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge.
• Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts.
• Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers.
• Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme.
• Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter.
• Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family, including 24/7 access to healthcare professionals.
• Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community.
• Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan.
• Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team.
• Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone.
• Life assurance with the option to increase cover.
• We’re open to flexible working options – just ask.

What you’ll do day to day:

• Perform high-quality motorcycle maintenance and repairs, following BMW Motorrad manufacturer standards and guidelines to ensure reliability and safety.
• Conduct thorough inspections of motorcycle components to assess wear, damage, or required replacements.
• Provide expert technical advice to customers when necessary, ensuring clear and professional communication.
• Maintain exceptional customer service standards, fostering trust that leads to repeat business and referrals.
• Collaborate effectively with the service reception team and workshop control for seamless workflow and customer satisfaction.
• Offer support and guidance to fellow Technicians in the workshop, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing.

Helpful skills and qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3 in Motorcycle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent qualification.
• Thorough understanding of motorcycle safety standards and guidelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work.
• Proven ability to meet efficiency targets while maintaining a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute positively within a team environment.
• A current valid MOT licence is advantageous but not essential.
• Must hold a valid UK motorcycle licence.

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big: Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail. But you don’t need to love cars to work with us – just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.

Our Values: At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we do: Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork – Professionalism. These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.