Automotive Technician - Uxbridge, Greater London, United Kingdom - Blue Square Recruitment Limited

    Blue Square Recruitment Limited
    Blue Square Recruitment Limited Uxbridge, Greater London, United Kingdom

    4 weeks ago

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    Description

    VEHICLE TECHNICIAN



    Permanent Full-time position normal working hours

    OR

    3 days a week shift patterns

    Do not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.

    Our client is a leading automotive dealership, working with leading brands across the western London/Home counties area. The company has grown substantially and has ambitious plans for continued expansion.

    We have some exceptional opportunities for experienced technicians looking for a new challenge.

    We are specifically looking for technicians with a "can do" attitude, proactive and willing to learn.

    Key elements of the position include:
    • Preparation of vehicles for sale, including testing of brakes, steering, tyres, oil and other fluids checks
    • Provide a comprehensive check-up of the vehicle's major components
    • Carefully assess vehicles with the aid of various diagnostic tools, interpret results, and troubleshoot errors
    • Report on all additional issues as they are identified
    • Complete all administrative procedures as necessary
    • Maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment
    • Undertake vehicle road tests when necessary
    • Assist with development and training of other technicians
    • Attend meetings and training programmes as required
    • Perform other duties in support of other team members as required
    More about this role:

    Full time normal working hours

    Full time Monday to Friday normal working hours.

    OR

    Shift patterns, consisting of essentially 2 shifts:
    • Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 6.00am until 7.30pm
    • Thursday, Friday, Saturday from 6.00am until 7.30pm
    • 1 hour lunch included on both shifts
    • Shifts reverse every 4 weeks
    Requirements:
    • You will be a Level 3 qualified vehicle technician
    • Experience of working on commercial vehicles
    • Excellent problem-solving skills and strong attention to detail
    • Outstanding organisation and time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines
    • Reliable with a positive "can-do" attitude, and great communication skills
    • Willingness to learn and great communication skills
    Salary and Benefits:

    Full time normal working hours

    Salary for this role includes an excellent basic salary, plus bonus for efficiencies achieved.

    Shift Patterns

    Excellent basic salary, plus shift bonus, plus efficiencies bonus. This is an excellent opportunity to work 3 days a week whilst also earning excellent income.

    Benefits include:
    • Access to in-house training academy for everyone
    • Access to The Volkswagen National Learning Centre for specific roles
    • Electric Vehicle (EV) Training levels 1- 4 for specific roles
    • Internal career progression opportunities across our various brands and locations
    • High street discounts
    • Wellbeing portal
    • Employee assistance programme
    • Purchase, service and parts discounts
    • Employee referral scheme
    • Standard company benefits such as pension, life assurance cover, competitive holidays and cycle to work scheme