Vehicle Technician - Chelmsford BMW

Competitive Salary + OTE

Full-time 40 hours

New Technicians are eligible for welcome bonuses totalling £1,500*

Work on great cars, with great people.

Enjoy support that’s second to none as a Vehicle Technician at Group 1 Automotive. With training at some of the best facilities in the industry, you’ll learn new skills while becoming an expert on BMW. And best of all, you’ll be part of a fun, friendly team that will support you every day.

What we can offer you

33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, rising with length of service. Holiday buying scheme also available
Retail discounts that save you money every day
Gym discounts, cash healthcare plans, and a cycle-to-work scheme
Car discounts for new and used purchases and servicing
Flexible pension scheme to support your financial future
Family-friendly policies that help you spend more time with the people that matter
A wellbeing programme to support you and your family
Ongoing recognition from your peers and leadership team
A community volunteering day

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
Provide expert technical advice to customers when necessary, ensuring clear and professional communication
Maintain exceptional customer service standards, fostering trust that leads to repeat business and referrals
Collaborate effectively with the service reception team and workshop control for seamless workflow and customer satisfaction
Offer support and guidance to fellow Technicians in the workshop, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here - if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

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 advantageous but not essential
Must hold a full UK driving licence

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.

*Terms & Conditions; £1,000 sign-on bonus payable in month after probation ends. £500 additional bonus payable after 6-months (or 3 months after probation end). Further T&C’s apply.