Workshop Technician / Mechanic

Established in 1975, Kerr & Smith is a proudly family-run business with a rich legacy of delivering trusted automotive services across the region. With almost five decades of experience, we’ve built our reputation on the foundations of integrity, craftsmanship, and personal service.

As the area's leading Vauxhall van franchise, we specialise in the sale, servicing, and warranty support of Vauxhall commercial vehicles. In addition, our skilled technicians also service and provide warranty repairs for Vauxhall passenger cars, ensuring our customers receive comprehensive aftersales care under one roof.

We are also an official KGM (formerly SsangYong) franchise, offering a diverse range of new KGM vehicles alongside a wide selection of carefully selected used cars and vans.

What truly sets Kerr & Smith apart is our family-run ethos. This means a more personal, responsive, and people-focused approach to everything we do — from the way we treat our customers, to the way we support our team. We foster a workplace culture that values collaboration, mutual respect, and long-term development. We believe in investing in our people, offering ongoing training, clear progression opportunities, and a supportive environment where employees are empowered to grow.

Whether you're a customer or part of the Kerr & Smith team, you're not just a number — you're part of the family.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Workshop Mechanic / Technician to join our growing team at Kerr & Smith in Cumnock. You will be responsible for the servicing, repair, and maintenance of a variety of vehicles, including cars and vans, with a focus on delivering top-quality workmanship and exceeding customer expectations. This role requires a strong diagnostic ability, a thorough understanding of vehicle systems, and a commitment to staying up to date with the latest automotive technologies, including electric vehicles.

Responsibilities :

• Servicing & Repairs of Cars and Vans
• Diagnostic of Electrical and Engine Faults
• Manufacturer warranty repairs
• Electric Vehicle servicing and repairs

Qualifications and Experience :

Working Hours :

Location

Cumnock

Salary and Benefits :

Highly competitive rate of pay, dependent on experience.

To Apply :

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications using the form below or email your CV to wsm@kerrandsmith.co.uk . If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role in confidence, please call William Smith on 01290 422 440

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Terms and Conditions

Two years Used Fixed Price service plan included for used cars up to four years old on the Honda Approved programme that are financed with Honda Finance Europe on a Hire Purchase [HP] or Personal Contract Purchase [PCP] between 1 August 2022 and 31 August 2022. Offer applicable at participating dealers (excluding Channel Islands) and are at the promoter’s absolute discretion. Not to be used along with any other offers currently available.

Two years Used Fixed Price service plan : It is only included when the vehicle is financed through a Honda Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) or Honda Hire Purchase (HP) agreement with Honda Finance Europe with a minimum balance to finance of £5,000 and minimum term of 25 months. You can settle your finance agreement at any time, however you will need to make at least six regular monthly payments to ensure qualification for the two years service plan. If you do not make six regular monthly payments, the two years service plan will be cancelled.

Honda Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) : Maximum customer deposit 30%. At the end of the agreement, there are three options : i) Retain : Pay the optional final payment to own the vehicle, ii) Return : Return the vehicle, or iii) Renew : Part exchange your Honda for a new one. You do not have to pay the Final Payment if you return the car at the end of the agreement and you have paid all other amounts due, the vehicle is in good condition and has been serviced in accordance with the Honda service book and the maximum annual mileage has not been exceeded. Excess mileage charge includes VAT at current rate.

Honda Hire Purchase (HP) : At the end of the agreement, once the option to purchase fee [if applicable] has been paid you will own the vehicle outright, you could then choose to part exchange your Honda for a new one.

Indemnities may be required in certain circumstances. Finance is only available to persons aged 18 or over, subject to status. All figures are correct at time of publication but may be subject to change. Honda Franchise Dealers are credit brokers, not lenders. As the dealer offers products from a limited number of carefully selected finance providers, they are not independent financial advisors. We may or may not make a payment and / or reward to the dealer if you enter into an agreement with us. Credit provided by Honda Finance Europe Plc. Honda Financial Services is a trading name of Honda Finance Europe Plc. Cain Road, Bracknell, Berkshire RG12 1HL a company registered at Companies House No 03289418. Honda Finance Europe plc is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register number 312541.

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