Vehicle Technician / Mechanic

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role at Lookers Motor Group Limited. Location: Lookers Chester Nissan / Renault. Contract: Full-Time, Permanent. Salary: OTE up to £48,200 (uncapped); £31,000 to £38,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme. Hours: 40 hours between Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, plus every other Saturday 8:30am - 12:30pm.

Lookers Chester Nissan Renault are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their workshop. You will work with experienced technicians to carry out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, service vehicles and perform additional repairs as needed. You will report to the Aftersales Manager, receiving ongoing support and opportunities for career progression and training, including manufacturer accredited schemes and Hybrid & Electric training.

We value delivering first-class customer service and invite qualified Vehicle Technicians or experienced Mechanics to apply, whether from a dealer group or an independent garage.

• Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
• Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
• Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
• Warranty repairs per the manufacturer’s guidelines and ensuring relevant write up is complete
• Taking the customer’s vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
• Completing all relevant paperwork to a high standard
• Supporting and providing guidance for all Technicians and Apprentices within the workshop
• Carrying out mechanical and electrical diagnosis using brand-specific diagnostic equipment to manufacturers guidelines
• Assisting Service and Diagnostic Technicians with engine and mechanical/electrical diagnosis using computer-based technology
• Liaising with the manufacturers’ technical team when guidance is required
• Advising the customer/manufacturer of any further work required

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
• Motor industry experience (brand or non-brand)
• Full and valid UK driving licence
• Self-motivated, able to support the team, ambitious and eager to learn, and able to maintain high standards
• Brand accreditation training provided if previous brand experience is not essential
• Diagnostic, MOT and EV experience desirable but not essential

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, representing 32 manufacturer brands and selling a wide range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We invest in people with a strong rewards and benefits package to support career, wellbeing and life outside work.

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression
• Generous annual leave that increases with length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity/adoption leave and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Techscheme access for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

• Eyecare vouchers for vision care
• Smart Health – 24/7 GP services for wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of pay as you earn
• Free will writing services
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance

• Discounted gym memberships
• Travel insurance
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and exclusive discounts

Lookers and Charles Hurst are equal opportunities employers. We are committed to a discrimination-free, inclusive environment. Offers of employment are subject to checks (employment, address, credit history, criminal record) and 6-month probation for start date.