Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician Jaguar Land Rover Derby
Competitive Salary + OTE + Excellent Company Benefits
Full Time 40 hours

New Technicians are eligible for welcome bonuses totalling £2,500*

Work on great cars, with great people.

Enjoy support that’s second to none as a Vehicle Technician at Group 1 Automotive. With training at some of the best facilities in the industry, you’ll learn new skills while becoming an expert on Jaguar Land Rover. And best of all, you’ll be part of a fun, friendly team that will support you every day.

What we can offer you

• 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, rising with length of service.
• Retail discounts that save you money every day
• Gym discounts, cash healthcare plans, and a cycle-to-work scheme
• Car discounts for new and used purchases and servicing
• Flexible pension scheme to support your financial future
• Family-friendly policies that help you spend more time with the people that matter
• A wellbeing programme to support you and your family
• Ongoing recognition from your peers and leadership team
• A community volunteering day

What you’ll do day to day

• Perform high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs, following manufacturer standards and guidelines to ensure reliability and safety
• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicle components to assess wear, damage, or required replacements
• Provide expert technical advice to customers when necessary, ensuring clear and professional communication
• Maintain exceptional customer service standards, fostering trust that leads to repeat business and referrals
• Collaborate effectively with the service reception team and workshop control for seamless workflow and customer satisfaction
• Offer support and guidance to fellow Technicians in the workshop, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing

Helpful skills and qualifications

Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here - if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent qualification
• Thorough understanding of vehicle safety standards and guidelines
• Strong problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work
• Proven ability to meet efficiency targets while maintaining a keen eye for detail
• Ability to collaborate and contribute positively within a team environment
• A current valid MOT licence is advantageous but not essential
• Must hold a full UK driving licence

We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Be part of something big

Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.

Our Values

At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.

Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork - Professionalism

These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.

*Terms & Conditions; £1,000 sign-on bonus payable after 30 days of employment, a further £500 after 90 days, and a final payment of £1000 after 6 months. Further T&C’s apply