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Vehicle Technician

Sutherland Automotive
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 4 hours
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS1 6WS, England

Salary

£28,000 - £33,600 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • We are looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester with a minimum of three years of experience in automotive service and MOTs.
  • The position requires an NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or an equivalent qualification, along with a valid MOT licence and a full UK driving licence.
  • Key responsibilities include performing vehicle maintenance and repairs, conducting inspections, and providing support to fellow technicians in the workshop.
  • The salary for this role includes a performance bonus, and the working hours are Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, with every second Saturday required.
  • Additional benefits include 28 days of annual leave, free parking on site, and branded tops.

Vehicle Technician

We seek a skilled MOT Tester/Technician with at least three years of experience in automotive service and MOTs.

Vehicle Technician - What you’ll do day to day

· Perform high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs, following manufacturer standards and guidelines to ensure reliability and safety

· Conduct thorough inspections of vehicle components to assess wear, damage, or required replacements

· Offer support and guidance to fellow Technicians in the workshop, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing

Vehicle Technician - Helpful skills and qualifications

· NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent qualification

· Thorough understanding of vehicle safety standards and guidelines

· Strong problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work

· Proven ability to meet efficiency targets while maintaining a keen eye for detail

· Ability to collaborate and contribute positively within a team environment

· A current valid MOT licence is required

· Must hold a full UK driving licence

Vehicle Technician - Key Attributes:

· Works as part of the workshop team to carry out scheduled vehicle service and repair work, in accordance with the relevant manufacturers standards

· Carries out all workshop work in an efficient and safe manner and maximise workshop utilisation and productivity

· Examines vehicles and diagnoses non-routine defects, either in the workshop or during a road test, using a knowledge of the vehicles and technologies concerned

· Examines vehicles and reports defects against relevant regulatory bodies

· Carries out each job within the budgeted time as set out on job card – to maintain own labour productivity

· Works with colleagues to maintain workshop standards of cleanliness and tidiness

· Takes personal responsibility for the daily maintenance of workshop equipment, and reports equipment defects or problems that need attention

· Follows key processes to achieve specified quality and efficiency targets

· Provides assistance and guidance to colleagues who are less skilled or knowledgeable about a particular vehicle or technology

· Works with colleagues and other teams across the Centre to provide a seamless service.

· Reports on technical problems using appropriate procedures

· Ad hoc duties as and when required to meet the needs of the business

· This job description describes (but does not limit) the main duties and responsibilities of the job. These are subject to variation by the company as is necessary to respond to changes, both internal and external which the company experiences.

Vehicle Technician - What kind of person we are looking for?

· Must hold a recognised Level 3 Vehicle Technician qualification and MOT licence

· You must be able to demonstrate your knowledge and experience as a vehicle technician.

· Must be reliable and hard working.

· You must have a positive attitude.

· Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines.

Vehicle Techinician - Benefits:

Performance bonus available 

28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

Free parking on site

Branded Tops 

Close proximity to local shops

Vehicle Technician - Hours of work:

9am to 5pm - Monday to Friday

Every second Saturday 

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