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Overview

Cargiant is looking to appoint a competent Vehicle Technician to join our Workshop, on a Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM basis (off on all Saturdays Sundays).

Job description

The purpose of the role is to carry out initial vehicle roadworthiness assessment on 4-post ramps. It requires good attention to detail and ability to inspect and determine condition of components such as:

• Body, underbody and structural parts
• Tyres wheels
• Brake hoses, pads discs
• Exhaust system
• Suspension
• Operation of engine, gearbox/clutch, steering
• Fluid/oil levels
• Dashboard warning lights
• Lights, lenses, mirrors, windows
• Vehicle interior its functions
• Vehicle features (e.g. air conditioning, sound system, electrics)

Also, the role involves moving vehicles within the Workshop site in an efficient, professional manner whilst adhering to Health and Safety guidelines.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Demonstrating reliability and punctuality as per Cargiant’s clockwork-like operation
• Performing the above tasks and logging them on designated inspection sheets.
• Consulting with Supervisors where major faults are identified.
• Referring inspected vehicles to relevant departments as per faults found.
• Maintaining good standards of housekeeping and workmanship in accordance with Health and Safety guidelines and Company Policies.
• Undertaking general workshop ad hoc duties as required.

Health Safety Responsibilities

• It is each employee’s responsibility to ensure that the environment in which they work in is safe for them and others.
• This includes reporting all accidents and near misses to management.
• Reporting any potential issues which could cause harm.
• Behave in a manner, which acts in line with the standards set out in the Health and Safety Manual and Company Handbook.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum NVQ level 2 (or equivalent certification/proven experience) in motor vehicle repairs.
• A full and valid driving licence.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative to targets, achieving high standard of workmanship.
• Flexibility to work in the outdoor elements with a sensible approach to tasks given.
• Willingness to undergo training and learning where required.
• The drive to work at World’s Largest Car Dealership and grow alongside the Company.

What we offer

• A non-customer facing role in an enclosed Workshop.
• Own tools not required.
• A safe and stable working environment.
• A very experienced and supportive Team of Colleagues Managers.
• A chance for you to learn about and work on virtually all mainstream makes and models of cars.
• All Saturdays and Sundays off.
• Weekly pay of £621.90 gross (based on 45 hours of work at £13.82 per hour).
• Subsidised on-site diner.
• On-site gym at a heavily discounted rate.
• Staff discount on Cargiant cars (subject to terms conditions).
• Free employee parking (designated areas).
• Bike2Work scheme.

Cargiant is officially the largest car dealership in the World with 7000 vehicles in stock and retail sales of over 900-1000 cars per week! We opened our doors to the public in 1976 with the mission to change the car buying process forever. For over 40 years our customers have come from all over London and the surrounding areas because they trust us to remove the hassle, eliminate the stress but more importantly save them both money and time.

As a Cargiant employee you’ll be based at the heart of Cargiant, a 48-acre site (equivalent to 30 football pitches or 720 tennis courts!) based in North West London. Having built its reputation on retailing great product at unbeatable prices, Cargiant has been instrumental in changing the perceptions of the used car sector, and are committed to offering their expert and friendly advice. Our awards include, the Motor Trader Industry Awards, Car Retailer of the Year Award and Used Car Awards from Car Dealer, to name but a few.