Vehicle Technician Required in Crawley, West Sussex
1. £34,202 + overtime
2. Government Services Owned Workshop
3. 37 hours per week, Full Time, Permanent contract + generous employee benefits + relaxed but professional working environment
Due to a recent promotion our client is currently seeking a Vehicle Mechanic to join their Vehicle Maintenance Teams to service a range of vehicles from Motorcycles to high performance cars and LCV’s; at their Crawley workshop. Our client offers a fantastic working environment with ongoing learning opportunities with a focus on work-life balance with a working week of Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week plus employee benefits. Ideally our client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Mechanic but also also are interested to hear from individuals who have completed NVQ level 2 (or equivalent) who have a desire to increase the experience and qualifications to reach their full potential with our clients support.
Key Responsibilities of the Vehicle Technician:
4. Carrying out vehicle maintenance and repair in line with manufacturer standards
5. Testing, diagnosing, and effective troubleshooting
6. Working on electrical and mechanical systems
7. Dealing with unplanned emergency repairs which on occasion may include remote working.
8. Inspecting vehicles for wear and tear to test roadworthiness
9. Commissioning and decommissioning vehicles, including the installation and removal of specialist Equipment.
As the ideal Technician candidate, you will possess:
10. The knowledge to use modern diagnostic equipment
11. The capability of working to the highest quality standards
12. Experience of working within a quality driven environment
13. Be a great team player and communication skills
14. Maintain high standards of house-keeping
15. Level 2 minimum Vehicle Maintenance & Repair NVQ or equivalent
16. UK Driver’s license is desirable, but not essential.
But what is essential is a thirst for learning new technology such as ULEV which includes full electric / Hybrid and Hydrogen powered vehicles, and the desire to develop your skills to meet the future challenge.
In return, our client will offer you a competitive salary along with:
17. 37 hour working week (Mon-Fri) with the opportunity to accrue flexi-time also with the opportunity of OT as required
18. 25 days holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays), increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service
19. No weekend working
20. Excellent Pension scheme
21. Increased benefits for longer service, including Sick pay.
22. Paternity and Maternity paid leave.
23. Reasonable Flexible working adjustments
24. Free onsite secure parking
25. Discounts in many high street/online stores
26. Training, support and career progression
27. Staff support networks
28. Sports and Social Clubs
29. The opportunity to support your community with a rewarding career
The successful Vehicle Technician must be in possession of a current full UK driving licence and be expected to travel to external and internal workshop premises and road test vehicles as part of this role.
If this Vehicle Mechanic job interests you and you would like to know more about it or other automotive jobs in Crawley, please contact Alex Perrin at Perfect Placement UK Ltd. He helps people land new automotive jobs throughout West Sussex!
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