Vehicle Technician

We are recruiting an experienced Vehicle Technician to join our specialist workshop team in Wetherby, West Yorkshire. This permanent position offers a salary of up to £43,500 OTE, working Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm.

This Vehicle Technician role offers the opportunity to work on high-end vehicles, specialist builds, upgrades and modifications within a professional environment focused on quality workmanship.

Benefits:

• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Salary of up to £43,500 OTE.
• Monday to Friday working hours, 8.00am to 5.00pm.
• Exposure to specialist vehicle builds, enhancements and modifications.
• Varied work supporting the development and testing of innovative automotive products.
• Opportunities to broaden technical expertise and progress professionally.
• Professional workshop environment with a strong focus on quality and accuracy.

Duties:

• As a Vehicle Technician, assemble and prepare new and used vehicles in line with job cards and work instructions.
• Install specialist body components, alloy wheels, tyres, exhaust systems and upgraded interior features.
• Coordinate engine performance and ECU upgrades using relevant diagnostic and programming software.
• Fit and connect vehicle tracking equipment, including CAT5 systems.
• Inspect vehicles, diagnose faults and complete mechanical and technical repairs.
• Carry out servicing, maintenance, remedial work and vehicle preparation to exacting standards.
• Complete quality checks, road tests and manufacturer warranty preparation.
• Perform minor cosmetic improvements, including paint correction, polishing, touch-ups and vehicle cleaning.
• Report technical difficulties, delays and unexpected findings to the Workshop Manager.
• Support the Product Development Team with prototype installations, testing and product improvements.
• Provide constructive feedback on compatibility, practicality, functionality and installation processes.

Requirements:

• For this Vehicle Technician role, you should hold NVQ qualifications in Motor Vehicle Service and Repair at Levels 1, 2 and 3, or equivalent recognised qualifications.
• Approximately three to five years’ practical experience in a motor vehicle workshop.
• Strong technical ability across vehicle assembly, maintenance, fault diagnosis and repair.
• Logical and methodical approach to resolving mechanical and technical problems.
• Meticulous attention to detail and pride in the quality of completed work.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Good workload management and the ability to meet deadlines.
• A willingness to work additional hours when required and travel occasionally within the UK and overseas.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• Experienced Vehicle Technician candidates, vehicle preparation specialists, mechanics and technically capable motor trade professionals are encouraged to apply.

This Vehicle Technician position is an excellent opportunity to develop your career while working on technically challenging and high-quality automotive projects.

Contact Sam Butcher, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Wetherby and West Yorkshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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