Vehicle Technician

Lookers Chelmsford Land Rover is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician for a permanent, full-time position. The role involves performing vehicle health checks, servicing, and repairs, with a salary of up to £51,600, including bonuses. Candidates should have at least an NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent experience. Lookers offers extensive training opportunities, career progression, and a competitive benefits package, including enhanced holidays and health support. They promote an inclusive working environment and welcome applications from qualified individuals eager to contribute to their success.

OTE: GBP £51,600.00/Yr. Overview:
Lookers Chelmsford Land Rover
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.00am to 17.30pm – Saturdays on a rota basis 8.00am to 12.00pm
Salary: UP TO £51,600 Including Bonus
Here at Lookers Land Rover we are recruiting for an Vehicle Technician to join our fantastic workshop. While working alongside other experienced technicians, you will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services, and carrying out any additional repairs.
Here at JLR, you will report to the accomplished service manager, who will give on-going support to ensure you have the tools needed to succeed in your role. We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training, to accelerate your career further!
Our technicians play a vital role within our Service team by delivering first class customer service every time. We want you to be part of our success. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, whether you work in a dealer group or independent garage, we want to hear from you!
Carrying out vehicle MOTs 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 are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard
The ideal candidate to be considered for this role will have minimum 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 are able to work to and maintain the highest of standards to all vehicles that take a spin through our doors.
Although previous brand experience is desirable, it is not essential to be considered, as brand accreditation training will be provided.
**Joining bonus is paid £1,000 in the first month of joining the team and £1,000 after 6 months of continuous employment.
About us
Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;
Enhanced holidays that increase with service
Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
Smart Health – free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
For some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus.
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 bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. So? What are you waiting for?
Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
If your application is successful we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check.
If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and one of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.