At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair vehicles using the latest technology in a dynamic workshop.
- Company: Join one of the UK's top automotive retailers with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, health perks, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant work environment with ongoing training and support.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that values your skills and offers real career growth.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 43000 £ per year.
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Location: Blackpool Volkswagen
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: OTE up to £52,480 (Uncapped); between £38,000 to £43,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme
Hours: 40 hours between Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm
Lookers Blackpool Volkswagen are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their fantastic workshop. While working alongside other experienced technicians, you will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services and carrying out any additional repairs.
Responsibilities:
- Carrying out pre-delivery inspections on new and used vehicles
- Carrying out checks in line with manufacturers guidelines
- Fitting any additional accessories requested by the customer
- Vehicle health check and report any further work which may be required
- Checks on the vehicles' lights, tyre pressure, mechanical and electrical components
- Completing minor repairs on new and used vehicles
- Ability to understand and carry out basic diagnosis in both mechanical and electrical work
- Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
- Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
- Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
- Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
- Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, motor industry experience (brand or non-brand), and a full and valid UK driving licence. You’ll be self-motivated whilst being able to support your team, ambitious and eager to learn, and are able to work to and maintain the highest of standards to all vehicles that take a spin through our doors. Although previous brand experience is desirable, it is not essential, as brand accreditation training will be provided. Diagnostic, MOT and EV experience is also desirable but not essential.
Core Benefits:
- Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
- Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
- Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
- Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
- Health & Wellbeing: Eyecare vouchers, Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services, Dental insurance, Optional critical illness cover
- Financial Wellbeing: MyView PayNow, Free will writing services, Flexible life assurance options
- Leisure & Lifestyle: Discounted gym memberships, Travel insurance, Access to home and technology vouchers, exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts
We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.
Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out.
Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date. We take our data protection responsibilities very seriously and are committed to upholding and respecting your privacy rights.
Vehicle Diagnostic Technician employer: Lookers Ltd
As one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where our employees are valued as our greatest asset. With comprehensive training opportunities, competitive salaries, and a robust benefits package that includes enhanced family leave and health support, we empower our Vehicle Technicians to thrive both professionally and personally across our numerous dealership locations nationwide.
