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Mechanic
We Offer Our Mechanics
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 payable on easy (DOE) plus benefits including:
- Performance bonuses up to £9,000 every three years (terms and conditions apply)
- Overtime paid at time and a half
- Home location: Carlisle Hyundai/Geely/Vanstore
- Annual leave starting at 33 days (possibility to grow leave entitlement)
- Flexible working hours
- Full toolbox allowance
- Training provided to become an EV accredited Technician
- Generous employee discounts
- Opportunities for yearly salary reviews
- Private healthcare and employer-subsidised sick-pay cover
- Maternity and paternity packages
As a Mechanic, you will…
As a mechanic, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring our customers’ vehicles are safe and ready for the road. You’ll bring attention to detail, professionalism, and pride in your work—all while being part of a skilled and driven team. You’ll get to handle a diverse range of manufacturers and models, constantly growing your expertise and keeping up with the latest innovations in vehicle technology.
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Essential Skills & Qualifications
- A certified Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 qualification
- Solid industry experience in automotive engineering
- Self-sufficient—you can work efficiently solo or as part of a busy team
- Clear communication skills to interact with customers and colleagues
- Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to excellence
- Reliable deadline-focused work with a focus on high-quality outcomes
- Proactive and enthusiastic—you take the initiative and go beyond expectations
- Strong ability to follow instructions for international diagnostic testing (written and verbal)
- Full and valid driving licence
Your Day-to-Day Duties
- Executing high-standard servicing, repairs and maintenance
- Diagnosing engine and mechanical/electrical faults accurately using computer-based diagnostics
- Repairing or replacing defective parts efficiently
- Conducting DVSA vehicle tests (if authorised)
- Testing vehicles on the road post-repair to ensure safety and performance
- Inspecting tools and equipment to uphold working standards
- Following standardised checklists to ensure all procedures are completed with precision
- Completing accurate and complete documentation to required standards
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Our Culture
At Arnold Clark, we’re dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every voice, skill set, and unique perspective adds value. Our mission is to:
- Create an environment of collaboration where open minds and diverse ideas thrive.
- Invest in our employees—we nurture talent, promote growth, and encourage ambition.
- Promote a culture of pride in workmanship. Who we are is defined by the measure of passion and care our people bring to their roles.
- Put our employees first, from day one. We believe talent and diversity are the foundations of enduring success.
For more insights into what it’s like to be part of Arnold Clark, visit our [website](offline placeholder: link would be included here in a live posting).
Job Offer Terms: Employment conditions are subject to satisfactory reference checks and pre-employment disclosure checks.
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