At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and maintain vehicles, perform repairs, and develop diagnostic skills.
- Company: Join a thriving family dealership with a supportive and flexible culture.
- Benefits: Earn £28,000 – £35,000 plus bonuses, overtime pay, and your birthday off!
- Other info: Enjoy free parking, staff discounts, and a secure pension scheme.
- Why this job: Grow your skills with 1-on-1 mentorship and fully funded training.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2/3 in Vehicle Maintenance or relevant workshop experience required.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 35000 £ per year.
Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 basic salary + bonuses & time-and-a-half overtime
Location: West Malling Area (Free secure on-site staff parking)
Hours: Monday – Friday + Fair Saturday rotation (Paid at Time & a Half!)
About Us
Join a thriving, award-winning family dealership in West Malling that combines main dealer standards with local family-business flexibility. Operating a premier facility alongside a high-volume used car division, we completely reject corporate red tape and micromanagement. In our workshop, junior technicians are never left to stagnate or struggle alone. We offer a supportive, down-to-earth environment where managers have your back, colleagues work as a team, and you are given a clear, direct path to grow your technical skills.
Why Join?
- Solid Basic Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 basic pay tailored to your current experience level, plus performance bonuses.
- Overtime Paid at 1.5x: All Saturday rota shifts and additional overtime hours are paid at Time and a Half to maximize your earnings.
- Your Birthday Off: Enjoy your birthday every year as an extra paid day off!
- Fully Funded Academy Training: Gain access to official manufacturer training courses and continuous technical upskilling.
- 1-on-1 Mentorship: Work alongside senior technicians on a diverse fleet, developing your diagnostic and fault-finding skill set.
- Full Perks Package: Free on-site parking, company events, staff vehicle/parts discounts, sick pay, and secure company pension scheme.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Servicing & Maintenance: Carrying out routine vehicle servicing, safety checks, and pre-delivery inspections (PDI) across new and multi-brand used vehicles.
- Core Mechanical Repairs: Handling all-round repairs including brakes, suspension components, steering setups, and exhausts.
- Diagnostic Skill Development: Utilizing modern scan tools under senior guidance to isolate mechanical and electrical faults.
- Workshop Standards: Maintaining a clean, safe bay while completing repairs right the first time.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or 1 to 3 years of hands-on workshop experience).
- Ambitious mindset with a strong work ethic and a desire to learn multi-brand platforms.
- A full UK driving licence.
Commutable Locations
Centrally located in West Malling with fast, stress-free road links across central Kent:
- Larkfield, Leybourne & Kings Hill: 5 mins
- Snodland & Aylesford: 10 mins
- Maidstone: 12–15 mins
- Tonbridge, Sevenoaks & Wrotham: 15–20 mins
Please Note: Candidate Confidentiality is 100% Guaranteed. We know the local Kent trade is close-knit. Your enquiry will be handled with absolute discretion; we will never contact your current employer without your explicit permission.
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