Automotive Technician (Motor/Car)

Job Description

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

FindCore are thrilled to be assisting an established automotive dealership with the recruitment of a Vehicle Technician.

Permanent, full-time position based in Bury St Edmunds, working Monday to Friday with no weekend working unless overtime is agreed.

Salary

£29,500 – £35,000 basic salary + bonus typically worth £2,000 – £6,500 per year + qualification payments + paid overtime

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a well-established Suzuki dealership offering manufacturer training, modern diagnostic equipment and a clear route through to Senior, Diagnostic and Master Technician level.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs across Suzuki and other vehicle makes.
• Complete diagnostics and fault-finding to identify the root cause of issues.
• Undertake mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Carry out brake, steering, suspension, timing belt, clutch and engine work.
• Complete warranty repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Carry out electronic Vehicle Health Checks and provide clear written reports.
• Prepare approved used vehicles for sale.
• Carry out road testing where required.
• Complete MOT testing if qualified.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and customer care.

Skills & Experience

• Level 3 NVQ or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or time-served experience to an equivalent standard.
• At least 2 years’ experience as a trained Automotive Technician.
• Previous franchised dealership or strong independent workshop experience.
• Confident using diagnostic equipment.
• Good fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• MOT Tester licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Suzuki experience is welcome but not required.

What’s on Offer

• £29,500 – £35,000 basic salary depending on experience.
• Team bonus paid monthly.
• Individual productivity bonus typically worth £2,000 – £6,500 per year.
• £500 payment when you qualify as an MOT Tester.
• MOT qualification funded if required.
• Paid overtime available.
• Ongoing Suzuki manufacturer training.
• Clear progression to Senior, Diagnostic and Master Technician.
• 22 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 26 days with service.
• Company pension.
• Death in service cover.
• Health benefits and financial advice support.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Employee discounts on vehicles, servicing and parts.
• Workwear and PPE provided.
• Modern diagnostic equipment and tooling.
• Monday to Friday working with no weekends unless overtime is agreed. xwzovoh

Please apply.