Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Vehicle Technician – Level 3

Palmers Peugeot, Fiat & Citroen– 24 Greenhill Crescent Watford WD18 8XN

Salary

• Basic salary of £28,000
• Plus fantastic and achievable bonus opportunities of £10,000
• Giving OTE up to £38,000

Hours

• Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Saturdays on rota 8:00am to 12:00pm

Other benefits of working at Palmers Motor Company

• Pension Scheme
• Staff Discounts
• 22 days holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Excellent ongoing professional training
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Job security with a successful, busy main dealership

The role

Depending on your skill level and experience the role will involve:

• Utilising your technical knowledge to carry out services, repairs and maintenance on customer vehicles, including minor and major mechanical work
• Complete electrical and engine repair work
• Meet and discuss the vehicle and repairs needed with the customer when necessary
• Carry out road tests of customer vehicles after work has been carried out
• Using advanced diagnostic equipment to fault find items relevant to the franchise brand
• Ability to complete a Vehicle Health Checks
• Keep work areas clean and tidy, organised and safe from hazards to health and safety

The ideal skills, qualifications and experience we’re looking for:

• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
• Ideally Hybrid / EV trained but if not training will be provided
• Car servicing and repair experience in either a main dealership, independent garage or other car servicing company
• Possess a positive, can-do attitude
• Have the passion and ability to deliver an outstanding customer experience
• Be enthusiastic, respectful and friendly to guests and colleagues
• Have an honest and diligent approach to work
• A full and valid UK Driving Licence is essential

About Palmers Motor Company

The business has been trading for over 25 years, we are a family run business with a fantastic atmosphere and work ethic. We recognise that people are at the heart of what we do every day and are a big part of our success.

We have a great team of technicians and are looking to grow our team. It’s an exciting time to join Palmers and to be part of something special.

Palmers Motor Company is proud to be a privately-owned company operating from 2 locations across Watford and Hemel Hempstead.

About Calex UK and the recruitment process:

Calex UK is a training provider for a number of automotive manufacturers, including Stellantis who manufacture brands Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Vauxhall, Fiat, Jeep, Alfa Romeo and Abarth.

Calex UK is also an automotive recruiter and are contracted to Stellantis to support and supply talent for roles within their UK dealership network.

This role has been advertised on behalf of Stellantis by Calex UK. Your application will be received by Calex who will undertake initial screening on behalf of the employer. Shortlisted candidates will be shared with the employer.

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