Vehicle Technician​/Mechanic

Overview

About us:

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Lookers Glasgow Volvo

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic |
Role Type: Service Technician

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £33,000 - £45,000, DOE; plus OTE up to £6,000

Hours: 40 hours per week. 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am - 12:30pm

Glasgow Volvo is recruiting a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join their team in a fantastic workshop. You will work alongside experienced technicians, carrying out vehicle repairs using the latest technology. You will learn from the service manager and develop your skills with the support of the team, with excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and EV training.

• Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
• Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
• Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
• Warranty repairs as per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
• Taking the customer’s vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
• Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

The ideal candidate will have the following to be considered for this role: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, motor industry experience (brand or non-brand), and a full and valid UK driving licence. You’ll be self-motivated whilst being able to support your team, ambitious and eager to learn, and able to work to and maintain the highest standards for all vehicles.

Although previous Volvo experience is desirable, it is not essential to be considered, as brand accredited training will be provided. The same applies for any Diagnostic, MOT and EV experience.

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind

• MyView Pay Now – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great team and celebrate success at all levels. Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination and inclusive, empowering our people to bring their whole self to work.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment. These include verifying recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles requiring a driving licence, a licence check will also be carried out. All offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period from your start date.

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