Overview
About us: 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 believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Role
MOT Tester
Location: Lookers Ayr Audi
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £31,000 Basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme
Hours: 40 hours between Monday – Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm, plus Saturdays on rota basis 8:30am to 12:30pm
Lookers Ayr Audi are recruiting for a MOT Tester to join their workshop. Working alongside a team of highly experienced technicians, you will carry out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conduct vehicle services, and perform any additional repairs. You will report to the Aftersales Manager, who will provide ongoing support and ensure you have the tools needed to succeed. The role offers career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer-accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training.
Our Vehicle Technicians / Mechanics deliver first class customer service within our Service team. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
* Carrying out pre-delivery inspections on new and used vehicles
* Carrying out checks in line with manufacturers guidelines
* Fitting any additional accessories requested by the customer
* Vehicle health check and report any further work which may be required
* Checks on the vehicles' lights, tyre pressure, mechanical and electrical components
* Completing minor repairs on new and used vehicles
* Conducting vehicle service and MOTs in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
* 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 a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent motor industry experience (brand or non-brand), a MOT Licence and a full and valid UK driving licence. You’ll be self-motivated, able to support your team, ambitious and eager to learn, and able to work to and maintain the highest standards for all vehicles that come through our doors.
Core Benefits
* Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
* Generous annual leave that increases with your 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 for 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
Financial Wellbeing
* MyView PayNow – access a portion of pay as you earn with features to stream, save, and track 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
Leisure & Lifestyle
* Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
* Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
* Access to home and technology vouchers
* bYond 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 team, and we celebrate and encourage success at all levels. Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, 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. These will include verifying recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.
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