Vehicle Technician (Mechanic) SEAT/CUPRA IpswichNew Technicians are eligible for welcome bonuses totalling £2,500

• Time to switch up a gear? Be part of something better.Enjoy support thats second to none as a Vehicle Technician (Mechanic) at Group 1 Automotive. With training at some of the best facilities in the industry, youll learn new skills while becoming an expert. And best of all, youll be part of a fun, friendly team that will support you every day.What we can offer you
• 24/7 online access to healthcare professionals
• Car purchasing and lease schemes
• Servicing, parts & accessory colleague discounts.
• Enhanced holiday allowance with length of service
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Company share purchase plan
• Loan plans for colleagues, including toolbox and travel tickets
• Colleague referral payments
• Industry leading family friendly policies
• Numerous training, learning and development options to suit everyone
• Plus lots more
What youll do day to day
• Perform high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs, following manufacturer standards and guidelines to ensure reliability and safety
• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicle components to assess wear, damage, or required replacements
• Provide expert technical advice to customers when necessary, ensuring clear and professional communication
• Maintain exceptional customer service standards, fostering trust that leads to repeat business and referrals
• Collaborate effectively with the service reception team and workshop control for seamless workflow and customer satisfaction
• Offer support and guidance to fellow Technicians in the workshop, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing
  
  NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent qualification
• Thorough understanding of vehicle safety standards and guidelines
• Strong problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work
• Proven ability to meet efficiency targets while maintaining a keen eye for detail
• Ability to collaborate and contribute positively within a team environment
• A current valid MOT licence is advantageous but not essential
• Must hold a valid UK driving licence
  
  We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you dont meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.Be part of something bigGroup 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.But you dont need to love cars to work with us- just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.Our ValuesAt Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork ProfessionalismThese are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even
how we view each other in the team.
• Terms & Conditions; £1,000 sign-on bonus payable after 30 days of employment, a further £500 after 90 days, and a final payment of £1000 after 6 months. Further T&Cs apply.