01983 526541

Riverway, Newport

Motor Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Automotive, Mechanical and Electrical, Engineering
Contract Term: Permanent
Contract Type: Full-time
Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
Salary: Competitive

Central Garage are looking to recruit a fully skilled Motor Vehicle Technician to work alongside our existing skilled and dedicated team, delivering a first-class service to our customers. The successful candidate will hold NVQ qualifications to Level 3. You must be able to use current diagnostic equipment, have a proven track record in delivering ‘right first time’ work and be a team player with excellent communication skills. In this role you will work towards productivity and efficiency targets, carry out diagnostic work, and repair and service all makes of vehicles. Main dealer experience would be preferred; however, full training will be given both on site and with the manufacturer. A full driving licence is essential along with a flexible and customer-focused attitude.

In return, we will provide you with a competitive salary, a workplace pension scheme, 33 days holiday per annum (inc. Bank Holidays) and discounts on new and used vehicle purchases as well as parts, servicing and repairs for employees and their families.

Essential Skills:

  • A certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 and solid diagnostic work experience in the automotive industry.
  • The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a busy team.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Good attention to detail.
  • The ability to carry out work to high standards and to deadlines.
  • A proactive and enthusiastic approach.
  • The ability to accurately follow written and spoken instructions.
  • A full driving licence.

Day-to-Day Duties:

  • Carrying out servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards.
  • Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
  • Repairing or replacing broken or defective parts.
  • Carrying out DVSA vehicle testing (if authorised).
  • Road testing vehicles to check repairs.
  • Maintaining equipment and making sure tools are in good condition.
  • Following checklists to ensure all procedures are completed.

Completing all documentation to the required standard.

If you have the skills and experience required to join our dedicated team, please submit your application to:

Gary Spencer MIMI, Aftersales Director, Central Garage (Newport) Ltd, Riverway, Newport, Isle of Wight, PO30 5UX.

garyspencer5@sky.com / 01983 822881

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