We are looking for a highly professional and experienced Technician to join our team at our Basingstoke branch, VAG EXPERIENCE A DEFINTE ADVANTAGE Working with a dedicated and knowledgeable team, in a very well-established and reputable german car specialist. We maintain and look after our loyal owners of german brand vehicles and a busy Used Car Sales centre We are also a designated Electric Vehicle Repair and Battery Care Centre. Our technicians are driven to be the best they can be. They are enthusiastic, professional and are always looking to learn new techniques, allowing them to work confidently with the very latest technologies. Contact us if you want to take the next step in your career by joining an organisation that will support you at every level and will reward your hard work and dedication. The Role: This is a full time and permanent role. You will work 42.5 hours Monday to Friday, plus One Saturday morning in Four (as agreed in a rota shared equally between you and your colleagues. Your Responsibilities will include: * Perform maintenance, repairs and / or diagnostics on the full range of passenger cars. * Maximising efficiency, while always maintaining company and industry standards and benchmarks. * Use manufacturer diagnostic equipment to ensure diagnostics, testing, maintenance and repairs are completed in line with the manufacturers repair methods. * Utilise Company systems to record and monitor detailed explanations of all work carried out. * Providing your colleagues and our customers with highly detailed explanations of work required, or work carried out. Through face to face and video communications. * Expand your knowledge through the completion of training modules, as required to ensure your knowledge and understanding of the product is maintained to the required level. * To show respect to your colleagues and maintain your work area to company standards, ensure an excellent and safe work environment. Your Qualifications: * You will be a fully trained and experienced Service or Diagnostic Technician. * Certified to NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent to a Level 3 manufacturers qualification. * Electric Vehicle maintenance and repair qualifications are an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. * VAG Group Accreditation is an advantage but is not essential as a training pathway to accreditation will be provided. What we can offer you: We offer a highly competitive basic salary, overtime opportunities and a monthly bonus, giving a starting Service Technician OTE of £46,000 (uncapped and dependent on your skill level and experience). You will receive 30 days leave each year (including bank holidays). We will offer knowledge and career development by encouraging you to gain in-house, manufacturer & professional training and qualifications. Hours: Your hours will be based on 42.5 hours per week 08.15 to 17.15 or 08.30 to 17.30 with a 30-minute lunch break Monday to Friday, and 8.00 to 13.00 on a Saturday rota (currently 1 in 4). Benefits: * Company pension * Cycle to work scheme * Employee discount * On-site parking * Private medical insurance