Renault Cardiff (CF11)
£31,000 pa basic salary (£32,000 pa with MOT Tester licence Class 4 & 7)
+ Uncapped Bonus + New Insured Car Every Year
Join Our Workshop Team at Renault Cardiff
Renault Retail Group is looking for a Vehicle Preparation Technician to join our workshop team at Renault Cardiff on Penarth Road (CF11).
This role is ideally suited to a Technician holding a Level 2 IMI qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair who enjoys working on vehicle preparation, inspection, servicing, and quality checks to ensure vehicles are ready for retail sale and customer handover.
As a manufacturer-owned business, we provide a stable and well-supported working environment, modern workshop facilities, structured training, and clear development opportunities.
Technician Benefits
We offer an industry-leading benefits package:
Access to a tax-efficient new car scheme (ECOS/ECOP)
High-spec vehicles replaced annually
Family Car Scheme
Typically frm £139 per month
Eligibility applies after prbation for the first vehicle, with a second vehicle available after 12 months' service
Vehicles replaced annually
Car insurance included on both schemes
33 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays, increasing to 36 days with service
Pension scheme including permanent health insurance and death-in-service benefit
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies
Structured career path with World-Class Manufacturer training
N one knows Renault better than us as we're Manufacturer-owned
Share Incentive Scheme
Staff discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, servicing, and accessories
Cycle to Work scheme, including e-bikes
Discounted gym membership
Eye test voucher scheme
Mortgage and pension advice seminars
A well-supported working environment with modern tools and equipment
What You'll Do
As a Vehicle Preparation Technician, you'll help ensure vehicles meet Renault Retail Group's retail standards before delivery or sale.
Your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance, and vehicle preparation work
Completing vehicle health checks and inspections
Diagnosing and rectifying basic mechanical faults
Preparing used vehicles to approved retail standards
Supporting MOT preparation work where required
Completing repairs in line with manufacturer and safety standards
Accurately recording work completed using workshop systems and processes
Maintaining a safe, organised, and professional working environment
Supporting colleagues to ensure vehicles are available for sale and customer handover on time
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
Level 2 IMI qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Previous experience in a workshop, fast-fit, preparation, or servicing environment
Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
Good organisation and time-management skills
A professional and customer-focused approach
Ability to work effectively within an established workshop team
The following would be advantageous:
MOT Tester licence (Class 4 and 7)
Licence Requirement
A full UK manual driving licence (manual and automatic vehicles) is essential for this role.
Hours & Pay
£31,000 pa basic salary
£32,000 pa basic salary for candidates holding a valid MOT Tester licence (Class 4 and 7)
Uncapped efficiency bonus scheme with additional earnings of approximately £4,650 pa, achievable and regularly reached
40 hours per week: Monday to Friday: 8:30am–5:00pm, with 30-minute lunch break
Overtime: 1-in-4 Saturday on rota, 8:00am–12:00pm, paid at time-and-a-half
How to Apply
Click Apply and follow the instructions to upload your CV.
Raja Mallik from the Recruitment Team will contact shortlisted candidates.
No agencies please
Salary description
£31000.00 - £35650.00 per year