FRANK G. GATES LIMITED
Vehicle Technician / Mechanic
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Vehicle Technician / Mechanic
We are currently seeking a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join the team at Gates of Braintree.
Salary and Benefits
- £2,000 Joining Bonus*
- Competitive basic salary with an OTE of £38,000 - £55,000 (depending on your experience and productivity level)
- Generous uncapped bonus scheme
- Opportunities for overtime
- Tool Insurance cover
- Comprehensive Manufacturer Training programme
- Modules in electric vehicle servicing and repair
- Opportunity to be trained as an MOT tester
- 25 Days Holiday Allowance
- Company Pension Scheme
- Staff Discount on Vehicles and Servicing
- Career Development
Job Details
This is a full-time permanent role, where you will be working 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday with Saturdays tri-weekly.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out inspections, repairs, and services to the highest standards within scheduled times, meeting company and franchise standards.
- Make sure all necessary Vehicle Health Checks are completed accurately.
- Take responsibility for ensuring all jobs are completed to a good standard.
- Replace components, parts, lubricants, and consumables and record usage.
- Adhere to strict Health and Safety guidelines at all times.
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Minimum Requirements
- Minimum NVQ level qualification (or equivalent).
- The capability to work within a highly successful team.
- MOT Card preferable but not essential.
- A full UK driving licence is essential.
Joining Bonus
Starting bonus of £2,000 (gross) is applicable to new starting Vehicle Service Technicians at Gates from the 1st October 2023 only. The Vehicle Service Technician should not currently be employed by a Ford dealer. Once a job offer has been made and accepted, and they start work with us, an introductory commission of £1,000 will be paid to them upon completion of one months’ service, with a further £1,000 payment on successful completion of their probationary period. Starting bonus payments for rejoining Motor Vehicle Technicians will be at the discretion of a Managing Director.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Gates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, disability, or other characteristics. Our hiring decisions are made using an unbiased approach, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates to feel welcome.
Reasonable Adjustments
All interviews assess the skills of the job itself and should not put you at a disadvantage due to your disability/condition. If you require reasonable adjustment, please let us know so we can accommodate you. To do this, please include your reasonable adjustment requirements during the application stage or contact the person who offered you an interview. You do not have to disclose your condition when you are applying for a role with us. The Equality Act 2010 defines a disabled person as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative effect on their ability to do daily activities.
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