Lead Vehicle Technician

Lead Vehicle Technician - Tewkesbury Reference Number -

Closing Date 31/01/2026

Looking for a Career Where Your Expertise is Truly Valued?

Are you a skilled Vehicle Technician looking for your next challenge? P J Nicholls, a respected family‑owned business since 1984, is seeking a talented Lead Vehicle Technician to join our professional team in Tewkesbury. We are Ford Authorised Passenger Car and Transit Repairers, a HiQ Tyres and Autocentre, and work on all types and makes of vehicles, including Electric Vehicles.

Work with the latest diagnostic equipment for all makes of vehicles in a modern, well‑equipped workshop where your expertise is valued and your career can thrive.

• Workshop Management
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  Oversee and help control the daily loading of the workshop, ensuring that job information is accessible at least 48 hours in advance. Allocate jobs to technicians throughout the day, optimising workflow, productivity and efficiency.
• Quality Control
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  Conduct continual oversight and checking of the team’s performance and work quality to ensure it meets ours and manufacturer high standards.
• Team Leadership
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  Drive the workshop’s workload, motivate the team to achieve their best, and mentor apprentices and new team members.
• Technical Expertise
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  Act as a senior technical resource, providing troubleshooting support at our various sites as required by the business. Remain a productive technician and efficient technician; leading by example.
• Maximise workshop opportunities
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  Actively identity and create upsell opportunities, both personally and within the team, to increase margin and contribute to positive customer outcomes.
• Collaboration
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  Actively contribute to managers meetings and attend regular meetings with the service manager to discuss workshop performance.

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
• Clean UK driving licence (required)
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician
• Strong diagnostic and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Professional attitude with attention to detail

• Ford experience (preferred but not essential)
• Electrical/hybrid vehicle knowledge
• Commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction

• 30 days total holiday (22 days + 8 public holidays) additional days for long service
• Company pension scheme
• Substantial staff discounts on vehicle servicing and parts
• Staff pricing on new and used vehicle purchases
• Employee referral bonus
• 20% discount at Nisa stores
• Ongoing training including manufacturer courses

• Latest diagnostic equipment and tools
• Clean, well‑organised workspace
• Supportive team environment

Join a team where your technical skills are appreciated, your development is supported, and your work makes a real difference to our customers' safety and satisfaction.

Contact our customer service team today who will be delighted to help.

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