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Vehicle Technician Job in Southampton

Hampshire
Southampton
Service Department, Car Dealership
£40885 - £44000 per annum
136559
Vehicle Technician Needed for Main Dealer in Southampton
  • Basic Salary: Up to £40,885
  • Team Bonus: Approx. £300 per month
  • Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00. 1 in 3 Saturdays (08:30 – 13:00) at overtime rate (x1.5). No paid breaks for 5-hour Saturday shifts.
  • 23 days + bank holidays (increasing with service)
Our client is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their prestigious main dealership in Southampton.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a renowned family-led dealership group with over 160 years of heritage. Our client prides itself on providing exceptional sales and aftersales service, underpinned by values of honesty, quality, care, and customer satisfaction. As a Vehicle Technician, you will play an integral role in maintaining and servicing a premium range of vehicles in a large, modern 30-bay workshop.

What’s in it for you as a Vehicle Technician?
  • Competitive salary of up to £40,885, depending on experience
  • Team bonus of approx. £300 per month
  • Overtime paid at 1.5x the standard rate (plenty of overtime opportunities)
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays (08:30 – 13:00) paid at overtime rate
  • Work in a modern, state-of-the-art facility with the latest equipment and tools
  • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits
  • Company pension scheme, group life insurance, and private healthcare
  • Vehicle leasing scheme and competitive rates on used car purchases, parts, tyres, and servicing for colleagues
  • Career development opportunities via an in-house Learning & Development Hub in Portsmouth
  • Employee discounts through Perks at Work, wellness hub access, and rewards points system
  • Monthly recognition awards and luxury incentive trips for top performers
  • Recommend a friend for employment or vehicle purchase and earn up to £750
Duties of a Vehicle Technician:
  • Perform routine servicing and maintenance to the highest manufacturer standards
  • Carry out diagnostics and fault-finding across a range of modern vehicles
  • Repair and replace components as per manufacturer guidelines
  • Ensure that all vehicles are safe and meet regulatory requirements
  • Provide clear and thorough vehicle reports to customers, showcasing your expertise and customer service
  • If you hold an MOT licence, you may also be asked to carry out MOT testing (desirable, but not essential)
What our client expects from their Vehicle Technicians:
  • Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician or similar role
  • Strong diagnostic skills and ability to work with modern diagnostic equipment
  • Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and a positive attitude
  • Full UK driving licence
  • MOT testing qualification is desirable but not essential
  • A desire to develop your skills and further your career in the automotive industry
If you’re looking for a role where you can showcase your skills, work with premium vehicles, and be part of a respected dealership with fantastic employee benefits, this is the job for you!

For more information about this position or other automotive jobs in Hampshire, please contact Charley Kingery at Perfect Placement UK Ltd.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Motor Trade Jobs, so if your Automotive Career is not heading in the direction you wish it to be, be sure to get in touch! We have over 1,400 live vacancies, ranging from HGV Technician Jobs through to Car Sales Executive Jobs.

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