Job Advert
An exciting opportunity has been created at Mercedes-Benz of Salisbury for an experienced Vehicle Technician.
The Company
Mercedes-Benz of Salisbury forms part of the Sandown Motor Group and has over 30 years of experience, selling and servicing Mercedes-Benz cars. A privately owned group the Sandown name has an immensely proud heritage with Mercedes-Benz and means that they are experts in this iconic brand, their simple goal is to deliver the most outstanding service from each of their sites in Guildford, Basingstoke, Poole, Dorchester, Salisbury, Newbury, Epsom and Hindhead.
The Role
As a Mercedes-Benz Technician, you will be responsible for performing a variety of service operations, defined assembly operations and maintenance repairs with the highest level of quality and efficiency.
To carry out all service and repair tasks across the full model range as instructed. All service and maintenance work is to be completed with the utmost quality and efficiency.
Comprehensive diagnosis and repair of malfunctions.
Using specialist knowledge and a high diagnostic ability to both support Maintenance Technicians and to carry out extensive vehicle repairs as instructed.
Responsibilities
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Performance of all maintenance services according to the manufacturer’s instructions and according to the maintenance schedule/Service processor
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All visual inspections, adjustment operations, adjustments, operating fluid changes and additions, replacement of worn equipment (e.g. brake linings)
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Formulation of difficult and complex diagnoses using up-to-date diagnosis technology, approaches/methods, and procedures.
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Carry out complex disassembly/assembly procedures, e.g. repair of automatic transmissions or rectification of engine running complaints.
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Install additional, extensive and complex components and systems using the instructions.
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Independently carries out final inspections and function tests on all complex repair work
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Parameterises with the help of technologies/systems, and performs data transfer/updates soft ware
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Guides maintenance technicians in extensive repair operations case-by-case in teamwork and supervises quality and safety
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Clarifies complex diagnosis jobs directly with the customer in cooperation with the diagnostic technician and/or service advisor
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Provides for professional re-documentation, e.g. Warranty processes and legally necessitated jobs requiring documentation (e.g. VOSA MOT Documentation
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Diagnosis and repair services for defined and qualified specialities: (drive and power systems/functions, Traction control and driving safety, systems/functions, comfort and safety systems/functions)
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telecommunications and HMI systems/functions
About You
Mercedes-Benz of Salisbury is looking for a technician who is keen to take on a new challenge with a brand that is at the forefront of technology and innovation. You will be a fully qualified Technician with main dealer experience.
In addition, you must hold a full clean driving licence.
Essential Skills Required
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Level 3 qualified in Vehicle Servicing & Repair
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Experience of working for an automotive retailer, preferably within main dealer
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High level of attention to detail
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Good level of communication
On Offer
Salary: Basic £36,000 OTE: £45,000
Hours of work
Monday to Friday, 08.00 to 17.30 (30-minute unpaid lunch break and 2 x 15-minute unpaid tea breaks).
42.5 hours per week.
Saturday morning working on a rota basis will also be a requirement of the role.
Benefits:
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Company events
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Cycle to work scheme
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Employee discount
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Life insurance
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Referral programme
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Sick pay
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Store discount
Our Process
When applying please include a full current CV with your current salary outlined and notice period, once this has been reviewed, we will be in touch to advise if your application will be progressed through to the next stage. The Riverside Resourcing & Consultancy recruitment process reflects our obligations under relevant UK legislation. Whilst all applications are carefully considered, we are only able to progress applications from candidates who have the right to work in the United Kingdom.
Managing your data
We care about your personal data. The General Data Protection Regulation provides you with more control and by applying to us, we consider this to be an agreement to process your personal data in support of our recruitment and selection process. Your application data is held within our secure applicant tracking system through hireful - you will be given access to a candidate zone in this system where you can monitor and manage your application and see status updates. We will communicate with you, by email or phone, throughout the recruitment process so that we can keep you updated and inform you of your application progress.
