Job Description:

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable and thriving independent dealership in Southend-on-Sea for a Vehicle Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician seeking a stable and rewarding career within a well-established company. The Vehicle Technician will play a key role in ensuring high standards of vehicle repair and maintenance, contributing to the dealership’s reputation for quality service and customer satisfaction.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of up to £45,000, dependent on experience and qualifications
• Monday to Friday working pattern – no weekends
• Modern workshop with 10 ramps, with expansion plans underway
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing dealership
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Well-equipped and maintained workshop facilities
• Established reputation within the local automotive sector

Duties:

• Diagnosing vehicle faults effectively and efficiently
• Carrying out repair and maintenance work to a high standard
• Conducting vehicle road tests to verify repairs and performance
• Managing parts handling, storage, and documentation
• Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through quality service
• Assisting in the workshop with various vehicle repair requirements
• Maintaining health and safety standards within the workshop environment

Requirements:

• Fully qualified Vehicle Technician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Proven, stable experience as a Vehicle Technician
• Knowledge of a range of vehicle makes, ideally VAG, Mercedes, or JLR (advantageous but not essential)
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
• MOT accreditation is desirable but not essential
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality customer service

This role presents a unique chance for a Vehicle Technician to join a forward-thinking and professional dealership committed to staff development and customer satisfaction. If you meet the criteria and are looking to advance your automotive career, this opportunity is not to be missed.

Contact James Gilchrist, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southend-on-Sea and Essex, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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