Location: Gillingham
Salary: £32,429 Basic + Bonus |
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 45 hours per week
Looking for a Vehicle Technician role where your earnings are rewarded, your skills are valued and your career can progress?
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic or Automotive Technician to join an established automotive dealership in Gillingham, offering a competitive basic salary of £32,429 plus a performance-related bonus scheme.
You'll be joining a professional aftersales team with a strong focus on technical excellence, customer satisfaction and ongoing development. With attractive benefits, comprehensive training and opportunities to progress, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your automotive career.
What's in it for You?
·£32,429 basic salary plus performance-related bonus.
·Opportunity to increase your earnings through the bonus scheme.
·30 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.
·Additional holiday entitlement with length of service.
·Discounts on MOTs, servicing and vehicle parts.
·Life assurance at no cost to you.
·Access to mental health and wellbeing support.
·Employee referral scheme offering up to £1,000.
·Full training and ongoing support to develop your technical skills.
·Opportunities for career progression within the automotive industry.
The Role
As a Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic or Automotive Technician, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs while ensuring excellent customer satisfaction and workshop efficiency.
Your responsibilities will include:
·Carrying out vehicle servicing, inspections, maintenance and mechanical repairs to a high standard.
·Diagnosing technical and mechanical faults and identifying appropriate repair solutions.
·Providing an efficient diagnostic and repair service while meeting productivity targets.
·Completing vehicle health checks in line with established procedures.
·Ensuring all work meets required quality and safety standards.
·Maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge and completing relevant training.
·Following manufacturer and company procedures to ensure consistent workmanship.
·Keeping accurate records of inspections, repairs and servicing.
·Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain an efficient workshop operation.
·Delivering excellent customer service and contributing to overall aftersales performance.
About You
To be considered for this Vehicle Technician position, you'll ideally have:
·A City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
·Previous experience carrying out vehicle inspections, servicing and repairs.
·Strong mechanical knowledge and diagnostic skills.
·A commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and customer satisfaction.
·Good verbal and written communication skills.
·A proactive, reliable and team-focused attitude.
·The ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality.
·A willingness to undertake ongoing technical training and development.
·A full, valid UK driving licence.
·Access to own tools
An MOT Tester qualification would be highly advantageous but is not essential.
Previous experience working within a franchised dealership would be beneficial, although candidates with relevant experience from an independent garage are also encouraged to apply.
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic or Automotive Technician looking for your next opportunity in Gillingham, we'd love to hear from you.
With a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses and excellent opportunities for development, this is a fantastic chance to build your career within the automotive industry.
Don't worry if your CV isn't up to date. Get in touch today to discuss the role and your next career move
Salary description
£32429.00 - £58000.00 per year