Vehicle Technician (Saturdays Only)

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Vehicle Technician - Toyota Maidstone
Position: Saturdays Only
Experienced Technicians are eligible for welcome bonuses totalling £2,500*
Time to switch up a gear? Be part of something better.

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

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• Enjoy 16.5 days of annual leave Pro- Rata (including bank holidays) to rest and recharge

Save money every day with our exclusive retail discounts

Drive a great deal with discounts on new and used cars, plus servicing offers

Plan for the years ahead with our company pension scheme

Balance home and work with our industry-leading family-friendly policies designed to help you spend more time with the people that matter

Commute for less with our cycle-to-work scheme

Prioritise your wellbeing with dedicated support for you and your family

24/7 access to healthcare professionals, ensuring you get the expert advice you need quickly and easily

Make a difference with a paid day to volunteer in your community

Invest in your future with our company share purchase plan

Earn financial rewards when you refer a friend to join the team

Keep learning and growing with our training and development opportunities for everyone.

Life assurance with the option to increase cover

We're open to flexible working options - just ask

What you'll do day to day

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• 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.

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

Experienced Level 2 qualified technicians with a dealership background are encouraged to apply

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 valid 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.
But you don't need to love cars to work with us** - just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.**
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; Welcome bonus is available to Level 3 qualified technicians. You will receive £1,000 sign-on bonus payable after 30 days of employment, a further £500 after 90 days, and a final payment of £1000 after 6 months. xwwtmva Further T&C's apply.