*Job Title:* Vehicle Technician
*Location:* Hamworthy, Poole (Please note: this role is based on-site)
*Hours:* 8:30am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday with *three breaks per day*.Every other Saturday morning.
*Salary:* Up to *£55,000 per year guaranteed* *wage not OTE*
*(unlike main dealers offering OTE then moving the goal post every month)*
*Key Requirements*
* *Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent qualification)*
* *Full UK Driving License*
* Proven experience working as a *Vehicle Technician in a garage or dealership environment*
* Ability to *diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults* using modern diagnostic equipment
* Experience working to *high quality and efficiency standards*
* Strong *teamwork and communication skills*
*Role Overview*
We are currently looking for a *Vehicle Technician* to join our team at *Hamworthy Car Centre in Poole*. Unlike many garages, we believe in *rewarding our technicians with a strong guaranteed salary rather than unrealistic bonus schemes with constantly moving targets*.
The successful candidate can earn *up to £55,000 per year guaranteed*, while working in a supportive and professional environment within a well-established *family-run business*.
*Main Responsibilities*
* Carry out *RAC inspections*
* Perform *Used Vehicle Pre-Delivery Inspections (UDPI)* to the highest standard
* *Test, diagnose, and resolve vehicle faults*
* Work on a wide range of *electrical and mechanical systems*
* Inspect vehicle components for *wear and damage*
* *Repair and replace parts* as required
* Work closely with colleagues to *meet workshop deadlines and maintain quality standards*
*Benefits*
* *Tool insurance*
* *28 days holiday* (including bank holidays)
* *Annual bonus*
* *Company pension scheme (NEST)*
* *Free on-site parking*
* *Full uniform provided*
* *Customer introduction reward scheme*
* *Vehicle purchase discount*
* *Servicing and maintenance on personal vehicles at cost price*
* *Career development opportunities*
* *Staff referral scheme*
* *Team social events*
* *Health and wellbeing support*
* *Supportive, professional, and friendly working environment*
*Why Join Hamworthy Car Centre?*
*Hamworthy Car Centre* is a well-established *family-run business* specialising in *low mileage, premium 4x4s and commercial vehicles*. We have been operating from the same site for *over 30 years* and are proud to hold *RAC Approved Garage status*.
Every vehicle that leaves our showroom is prepared to the *highest possible standard*, as we deliver vehicles to customers both *nationally and internationally*. When you join our team, you become part of a business that *values its employees and treats them as individuals – not just numbers*.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Experience:
* Fully qualified technician: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
* level 3 vehicle maintenance level 3 NVQ or similar (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person