Service Technician - Volkswagen Van Centre Reading
Basic Salary: Service - £36,839 - OTE £46,500 (Uncapped)
Benefits:
33 days annual leave including bank holidays.
Life insurance.
Contributory pension scheme.
Tool insurance.
On site staff parking.
Career progression.
MOT tester training provided (for those wishing to do so).
High-Voltage training provided where required.
VW technical training provided – no previous VW or premium experience required.
Monthly bonus plan – based on individual and team elements
Who we are:
Marshall Volkswagen Reading Van Centre is looking for a Vehicle Technician to join!
As the most popular brand in 2023, it is an exciting time to join team Marshall Volkswagen – we are looking to see a great number of new Volkswagen models between 2024 and 2025, and with a strong focus on BEV (Battery Electric Vehicles) and PHEV (Plug-in Hybrids) being at the heart of Volkswagen – there has never been a better time to join our technical team and future-proof your skillset whilst you grow with us.
Marshall Motor Group is one of the UK’s largest car dealer groups representing 25 of the world’s most popular and celebrated car, van, truck and motorbike manufacturers with 147 stores situated across 34 UK counties.
We are as passionate about our people as we are our customers. As part of the Constellation Automotive Group which includes webuyanycar, cinch and BCA, there are huge opportunities for you to find your place and build the career you want with us.
The role:
As a skilled vehicle technician, you will join a friendly and welcoming technical team supporting our premium brand in our Volkswagen approved facilities.
There is no requirement for previous Volkswagen brand experience to be considered for this role.
What we’ll provide:
Automatic enrolment into the Volkswagen technical training pathway accreditation
A minimum of 8 days face-to-face training at Volkswagen’s National Learning Centre academy in Milton Keynes
Additional training and development via eLearning and Webinar led courses through both Volkswagen and the Marshall online Academy
Onboarding “buddy” system to help you settle in and quickly feel part of our team
Tool insurance
Career progression opportunities to Diagnostic and Master tech levels and beyond!
Free staff parking
Full Volkswagen technical uniform and safety equipment
Opportunity to train to become an MOT tester if you want to, with no obligation to do so
Who you are:
Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic with technical knowledge –
irrelevant of brand, we will employ you at your current level or certification/accreditation.
A team-player who is comfortable operating with set processes and procedures
A qualified Vehicle Technician with an industry recognised qualification, ideally level 3 but level 2 will be considered (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)
Motivated, dedicated and organised with a focus on Health & Safety in the workplace
What you’ll do:
Carry out servicing, diagnostics, and maintenance of all vehicles across the brand
Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters (subject to experience / training level)
Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified)
Completing job cards and electronic write ups on franchise platforms
Completion of electronic vehicle health checks (eVHC’s) and video health checks
If you would like to know more about this opportunity for a career at Marshall Motor Group, apply online and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.
Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.
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Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent
Pay:
£36,839.00-£41,414.00 per year
Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Weekend availability
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
Level 2 Vehicle Technician (required)
Work Location:
In person
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Industry:
Retail Motor Vehicles
Specialties:
New & Used Cars, Vans, Trucks & Bikes, Authorised Service & Parts
Employees:
5,001-10,000
Annual Revenue:
£42.9m
Founded:
1909
Address:
The Quorum, Barnwell Road, Cambridge, , GB, CB5 8RX
With a successful history of growth and development, Marshall Motor Group is a forward-thinking and ambitious company that is dedicated to the growth and we are proud that our network has grown into one of the largest in the UK. Marshall was established in 1909 by David Gregory Marshall, in a small lock-up garage in Brunswick Gardens, Cambridge and we are now the UK's 7th largest motor retail group (AM100 11/24). We operate 143 franchise stores representing 24 manufacturer car, van, truck and bike brands across 34 counties in England. Our vision is to be the UK’s premier automotive retail group as recognised by our colleagues, customers and business partners. To achieve our vision we will create a people centric culture, as well as operate as retailers who deliver retailing excellence and are regarded as an employer of choice. We are part of the Constellation Automotive Group which is the largest vertically integrated digital used car marketplace in Europe giving you peace of mind and transparency that you are dealing directly with a trusted company.