We are currently looking for a Vehicle Technician to come and join our family run business; Select Ossett.
Basic salary of £26,000 + a on target bonus of up to £2500 depending on your skill and experience levels, we know we have a salary package that will suit Technicians at all stages of their career. So, whether you are a qualified Master Technician with a Franchised Retailer or a mechanic at an independent garage come and talk to us.
Aboutthe Business
Ourbusiness started over 60 years ago and has been in the same family ever since.From our very humble beginnings, we have grown to be in the top 100 car dealersin the country, with an ambition to be in the top 50 very soon. Across our 16businesses we have a stable workforce of over 400 people, many of whom havebeen with us for years. We are always on the lookout for nice, genuine peoplewho genuinely care about our customers and have a can-do attitude.
Ourrecruitment philosophy is that we recruit for attitude and train for skills ,which means that although we’re often looking for specific technical skills, ifyou like working with customers and you are attracted by our Family Valuesof Fit, Fun, Family and Fearless, you’ll fit in well here and we’d like tohear from you!
What we offer:
1. A competitive salary of up to £28,500 dependant on experience.
2. Car scheme.
3. Manufacturer training for productknowledge to give you the technical skills you need to be working for part of afranchise.
4. 30 days annual leave inclusive of 8 bankholidays.
5. Discount for servicing and repairs onyour family and friend’s cars.
6. A workplace pension scheme.
7. If you have worked in retail previously,you will be glad to know we close Easter Sunday, Christmas day, Boxing Day andNew Years Day.
About You
Your duties will depend upon your experience and training but as a skilled Technician, you will be able to undertake both minor and major mechanical faults (including engine repairs) and return vehicles back to manufacturer specification and standards.
We are welcoming applications from Technicians who are NVQ level 3 trained or equivalent. Experience working within a busy volume franchised dealer environment is an advantage but not crucial if you currently work at an independent garage/dealer. If you have knowledge of the Skoda/VW brand that would be fantastic but not essential.
You will require a Full UK drivers’ licence and have your own tools.
What will you need to succeed in the role:
8. Drive, passion and enthusiasm to succeed.
9. Demonstrate capability and confidence in using equipment within the workshop safely.
10. At least NVQ level 3 trained with work experience in a franchised dealer or independent garage.
11. MOT Tester preffered.
12. Experience in used can prep.