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Overview
Vehicle Technician
Location: Lookers Gateshead Ford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: OTE up to £48,200 (Uncapped); £31,000 to £38,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme
Hours: 40 hours between Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:30pm, plus Saturday on rota basis 08:00 to 12:00
Lookers Gateshead Ford are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their workshop. You will work alongside other experienced technicians, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services and carrying out any additional repairs. You will report to the Aftersales Manager, who will provide ongoing support and opportunities for career progression and training, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training.
Our Vehicle Technicians / Mechanics play a vital role within our Service team by delivering first class customer service. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, we want to hear from you whether you work in a dealer group or independent garage.
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
* Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
* Motor industry experience (brand or non-brand)
* Full and valid UK driving licence
* Self-motivated, team-oriented, ambitious, and able to maintain high standards
* Previous brand experience is desirable but not essential; brand accreditation training will be provided
* Diagnostic, MOT and EV experience is desirable but not essential
About us
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, representing 32 manufacturer brands across over 150 dealerships in the UK and Ireland. We invest in our people with a rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Core Benefits
* Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression
* Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
* Enhanced family leave including six months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and two weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
* Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
Health & Wellbeing
* Eyecare vouchers
* Smart Health – 24/7 GP access
* Dental insurance
* Critical illness cover
Financial Wellbeing
* MyView PayNow – access a portion of pay as you earn
* Free will writing services
* Flexible life assurance options
Leisure & Lifestyle
* Discounted gym memberships
* Travel insurance
* Home and technology vouchers
* bYond card and exclusive retail discounts
We support targeted manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development. Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment free from discrimination and inclusive of all employees. Discovery and employment checks may be conducted for successful applicants, including verification of previous employment, address, and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require driving, a licence check will be carried out. Offers of employment are subject to a six-month probation period.
Senioritiy level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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