Overview
Lookers BMW Crewe 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. You will be reporting to Ryan Jones, with ongoing support to ensure you have the tools needed to perform to the very best. Lookers BMW Crewe offer excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training to accelerate your career.
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 invest in a rewarding benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Responsibilities
* Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
* 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 customer’s 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 able to maintain the highest standards for all vehicles that come through the workshop.
Brand experience is desirable but not essential; brand accreditation training will be provided. Diagnostic, MOT and EV experience are desirable but not essential.
Employment details
* Hours: 40 hours between Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm, 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am – 12:30pm
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Location: Lookers BMW Crewe
Compensation
* Salary: OTE up to £41,230 (uncapped); £34,000 basic plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and uncapped Time Saved Bonus Scheme (dependent on level)
Benefits
* 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
Health & Wellbeing
* Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
* Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services
* Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
* Critical illness cover for peace of mind
Financial Wellbeing
* MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money
* Free Will writing services
* Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance
Leisure & Lifestyle
* Discounted gym memberships
* Travel insurance
* Access to home and technology vouchers
* bYond card and 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 team and we celebrate 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. Checks may include verification of recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require driving, a driving licence check will also be carried out. All offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period from start date.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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