At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair modern vehicles using cutting-edge diagnostic technology.
- Company: Join a friendly, busy dealership with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Earn £30,000 - £40,000, enjoy 33 days holiday, and receive fully funded training.
- Other info: Enjoy a clean workshop and a strong focus on teamwork and communication.
- Why this job: Work in a high-tech environment where your skills are valued and developed.
- Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 basic salary (Negotiable based on experience)
Location: Bexhill-on-Sea Area (Free secure on-site staff parking)
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
Join a friendly, busy dealership team working across two leading, highly popular automotive brands. We reject cold corporate politics in favor of a clean, high-tech engineering environment where your work is valued and supported. Equipped with the latest computerized diagnostic platforms, tools, and best-practice workshop processes, we provide the ultimate space to hone your craft. Specific brand experience or an MOT smart card is not essential—we are fully committed to upskilling you through official manufacturer academy standards.
Why Join?
- Competitive Basic Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 basic pay tailored directly to your hands-on mechanical ability and experience.
- Generous Leave Allowance: 33 days total paid holiday per year (25 days paid annual leave + 8 bank holidays).
- Fully Funded Academy Training: Complete access to official manufacturer training courses to build your technical certifications.
- Financial Peace of Mind: Includes secure company pension scheme and a comprehensive Death in Service protection benefit.
- Supportive Workshop Culture: Team-first environment with genuine guidance, clear communication, and zero unnecessary pressure.
- Modern Equipment: Work in a clean bay fitted with factory-level diagnostic software and specialist tooling.
What You'll Be Doing
- Servicing & Repairs: Undertaking timely maintenance, servicing, and repairs across a diverse, modern vehicle line-up.
- Diagnostics & Road Testing: Utilizing latest diagnostic tech to isolate faults, executing Electronic & Video Vehicle Health Checks (eVHC), and carrying out diagnostic road tests.
- Quality Assurance: Delivering a "Right First Time" fix standard and identifying non-routine defects to maintain customer safety.
- Team & Customer Liaison: Working closely with the service desk and occasionally briefing customers on technical works completed.
Requirements
- Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent formal technical credential).
- Proven hands-on workshop experience with a strong work ethic, meticulous eye for detail, and first-time-fix mentality.
- Excellent communication skills and a desire to continuously level up your diagnostic capabilities.
- A full UK driving licence.
Commutable Locations
Ideally located in Bexhill-on-Sea with straightforward daily commutes across East Sussex: Hastings & St Leonards: 10 mins, Eastbourne: 20 mins, Battle & Hailsham: 20 mins, Bexhill Town Centre: 5 mins.
Please Note: Candidate Confidentiality is 100% Guaranteed. We know the local trade is a close-knit community and privacy is vital. Your enquiry will be handled with absolute discretion; we will never contact your current employer without your explicit permission.
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Join a dynamic and supportive team at our multi-franchised dealership in Bexhill-on-Sea, where your skills as a Service Vehicle Technician will be nurtured in a high-tech environment. With competitive salaries, generous leave allowances, and fully funded training opportunities, we prioritise your professional growth while fostering a collaborative workshop culture that values clear communication and teamwork. Enjoy the benefits of modern equipment and a secure pension scheme, all within a friendly atmosphere that rejects corporate politics.
