• Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 DOE plus benefits
• Type of work: Permanent
• Location: Kilmarnock
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About the role

We offer our mechanics:

• £40,000 – £50,000 DOE plus benefits
  Additional opportunity to earn up to*£9,000** every three years in performance bonuses (terms and conditions apply)
• All overtime paid at time and a half
• Kilmarnock Peugeot
• Starting from 33 days annual leave (with room to grow)
• Flexible hours
• Toolbox cover
• Training provided to become an EV accredited Technician
• Generous employee discounts
• Opportunities to review salary yearly
• Private healthcare and sick-pay cover
• Maternity and paternity packages

Mechanics, we couldn’t do it without you…

As a mechanic, you’ll safely prepare our customers’ cars for the road ahead. You’ll care about every detail and take pride in doing a meticulous job. Above all, you’ll want to be part of a capable, motivated team who feel the same way. You’ll get the chance to work on an incredible range of manufacturers and models, developing your skills and staying up to date with the very latest in vehicle technology.

Essential skills

• A certificate in Light Vehicle Maintenance Level 3 and solid work experience in the automotive industry
• The ability to work in a competent and efficient manner on your own or part of a busy team
• Strong communication skills
• Good attention to detail
• The ability to carry out work to high standards and to deadlines
• A proactive and enthusiastic approach
• The ability to accurately follow written and spoken instructions
• A full driving licence

Day-to-day duties

• Carrying out servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards
• Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment
• Repairing or replacing broken or defective parts
• Carrying out DVSA vehicle testing (if authorised)
• Road testing vehicles to check repairs
• Maintaining equipment and making sure tools are in good condition.
• Following checklists to ensure all procedures are completed
• Completing all documentation to the required standard

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, unique perspectives and multiple approaches are celebrated. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make-up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.

Benefits

Every Arnold Clark employee is entitled to a wide range of benefits, including:

Discount on new and used vehiclesContributory pension schemePrivate medical insuranceLife assurance

• Help & Support
• Careers
• Sell my car
• Book a Service
• Used Cars
• Parts & Accessories

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