About Us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands and selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset and invest in a leading rewards and benefits package to support our employees’ careers, well‑being and life outside of work.
Vehicle Technician (Service Technician)
Location: Lookers Sheffield Ford, Sheffield, United Kingdom
Contract: Full‑Time, Permanent
Salary: OTE up to £52,480 (Uncapped); £28,000 to £43,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus a £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time‑Saved Bonus Scheme
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday‑Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, plus one Saturday morning every three weeks.
Responsibilities
- Carry out pre‑delivery inspections on new and used vehicles.
- Conduct checks in line with manufacturers’ guidelines.
- Fit any additional accessories requested by the customer.
- Perform vehicle health checks and report further work required.
- Inspect lights, tyre pressure, mechanical and electrical components.
- Complete minor repairs on new and used vehicles.
- Carry out basic diagnosis in both mechanical and electrical work.
- Perform vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers’ guidelines and customer requests.
- Execute additional repairs once authorised by the customer.
- Carry out warranty repairs per manufacturers’ guidelines and complete relevant write‑up.
- Take the customer’s vehicle on a road test to confirm all faults are rectified.
- Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard.
Qualifications
- Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
- Motor industry experience (brand or non‑brand) and a full, valid UK driving licence.
- Self‑motivated, team‑supportive, ambitious and eager to learn.
- Ability to maintain the highest standards for all vehicles served.
- Previous brand experience desirable; not essential as brand accreditation training will be provided.
- Diagnostic, MOT and EV experience desirable but not essential.
Core Benefits
- Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression opportunities.
- Generous annual leave that increases with length of service.
- Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave.
- Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments.
Health & Wellbeing
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services for mental and physical well‑being.
- Dental insurance.
- Critical illness cover.
Financial Wellbeing
- MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn.
- Free will‑writing services.
- Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance.
Leisure & Lifestyle
- Discounted gym memberships.
- Travel insurance.
- Access to home and technology vouchers.
- bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts.
We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We celebrate and encourage success at all levels.
Equal Opportunity: Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal‑opportunity employers. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, inclusive and empowering employees to bring their whole selves to work and reach their full potential.
All offers of employment are subject to a 6‑month probation period, and we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to commencing employment, including verification of recent employment, address, credit history, a standard criminal record check, and a driving licence check for roles requiring driving. Please read our Privacy Notice to understand how your data will be processed.
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