Vehicle technician / mechanic new ayr, scotland, united kingdom

Ayr Audi

Contract Type: Full Time - Permanent

Salary: £31,000 - £34,000 basic depending on qualifications.

Hours: 40 hours between Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am - 12:30pm

Lookers Ayr Audi 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.

Here at Ayr Audi, you will report to the accomplished Aftersales Manager, who will give on‑going support to ensure you have the tools needed to succeed in your role. We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, to accelerate your career further.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
• Conduct vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines and customer requests
• Carry out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
• Perform warranty repairs per the manufacturer’s guidelines and complete relevant write‑ups
• Take the customer’s vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a mechanic, be self‑motivated, ambitious and eager to learn while working to the highest standards. A full UK driving licence and completion of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification are required. Prior experience working with a brand would be advantageous, though not essential, as full brand accreditation training can be provided.

Core benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression
• Generous annual leave that increases with 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
• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save and track your money through a user‑friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• Bynd card and a wide range of 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.