Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician – Gillingham Basic Salary £32,429 | Average Earnings £42,500 | Top Earners £58,000 | Guaranteed Earnings of £40,000 in Your First 3 Months Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for your next opportunity with excellent earning potential and long-term career prospects? We are currently recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join an established automotive dealership in Gillingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified technician looking to maximise their earnings, develop their technical skills and work within a supportive, professional workshop environment. What's particularly attractive about this opportunity is the guaranteed earnings package: for your first three months, you'll earn a minimum of £3,333 per month gross, equivalent to £40,000 per annum. If your earnings exceed this amount, you'll receive the higher figure. The position offers a basic salary of £32,429, with an average technician earning £42,500 last year and higher-performing technicians earning an average of £58,000. The role is full-time, working 45 hours per week, reporting to the Aftersales Manager. What We Offer - Guaranteed earnings: Minimum of £3,333 gross per month for your first three months, equivalent to £40,000 per annum. - Competitive basic salary: £32,429 per annum. - Excellent earning potential: Average technician earnings of £42,500, with higher-performing technicians averaging £58,000. - Annual leave: 30 days, including bank holidays, with additional entitlement increasing with length of service. - Staff discounts: Savings on MOTs, servicing and vehicle parts. - Life assurance: Financial protection at no additional cost to you. - Mental health support: Access to a dedicated wellbeing support system. - Refer-a-friend scheme: Earn up to £1,000 for successful referrals. - Training and development: Ongoing training and support to help you develop your skills and progress your career. Role and Responsibilities As a Vehicle Technician, you'll be responsible for carrying out high-quality vehicle maintenance, servicing, repairs and diagnostics while helping to deliver excellent customer satisfaction. Your key responsibilities will include: - Carrying out vehicle servicing, maintenance, inspections and repairs to a high standard. - Performing technical diagnostics and identifying faults accurately. - Meeting and exceeding customer satisfaction and workshop productivity targets. - Maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge and completing relevant manufacturer training. - Ensuring all work meets the required quality standards and manufacturer specifications. - Completing vehicle health checks in line with established processes. - Working efficiently to support workshop performance and customer expectations. To be considered for this opportunity, you\'ll ideally have: - A minimum NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or an equivalent recognised qualification. - A full, valid UK driving licence. - Experience inspecting, servicing and repairing motor vehicles. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - A commitment to maintaining high technical and quality standards. - The ability to work effectively within a busy workshop environment. - An MOT Tester qualification would be highly advantageous. - Previous experience working within a franchised dealership would also be beneficial, although candidates from independent garages and other automotive environments are encouraged to apply. Why Apply? This is a great opportunity for a qualified Vehicle Technician looking for a competitive package, dependable initial earnings and the opportunity to increase their income through performance-related bonuses. With guaranteed earnings of £40,000 per annum for the first three months, average earnings of £42,500 and top-performing technicians averaging £58,000, this position offers significant earning potential alongside a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career development. If you\'re ready to take the next step in your automotive career, apply today to find out more.