About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.
We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we're committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That's why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.
Audi – Vehicle Technician | Join Our Established Team at Farnborough Audi
Permanent, Full Time
Realistic annual earnings: £49,685 realistic OTE based in basic of £40,000 includes HVE Qualification + Colleague car scheme available
Flexible hours available: 40 hours Monday–Friday (08:30–17:00), plus 1 in 3 Saturdays (08:30–12:30). OR choose a fixed 4‑day working week (Mon–Thu / Tue–Fri, 42 hours)
An excellent opportunity has opened at Farnborough Audi for skilled, motivated Vehicle Technicians to join our established and high‑performing site. This role offers the chance to develop your career within a trusted, well‑supported workshop environment.
With full Audi manufacturer training provided, you'll carry out high‑quality servicing, repairs and diagnostics, ensuring every customer leaves with complete confidence in their vehicle.
Salary & Progression Structure
We offer a transparent, structured pay model with strong earning potential across all skill levels:
- PDI Technician — £41,155 realistic annual earnings (based on £31,000 basic)
- Vehicle Technician — £44,230 realistic annual earnings (based on £34,000 basic)
- Vehicle Technician (Brand Qualified) — £46,945 realistic annual earnings (based on £37,000 basic, includes HVE qualification)
- Senior / Diagnostic Technician — £50,685 realistic annual earnings (based on £41,000 basic, includes HVE qualification)
- Master Technician — £55,656 realistic annual earnings (based on £46,000 basic, includes HVE qualification)
All earnings include basic salary, retention payments, productivity bonus, Saturday overtime, plus an additional £2,000 HVE qualification payment for qualified levels.
What You'll Need
- Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 qualification
- Full UK driving licence
- Experience as a vehicle technician
This is an opportunity not to be missed! Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss individual salaries and flexible working options. For direct queries, please contact recruitment @lookers.co.uk
Core Benefits:
- Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
- Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
- Enhanced family leave, including 6 months' full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks' full pay for paternity leave
- Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments
Health & Wellbeing:
- Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
- Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
- Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
- Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments
Financial Wellbeing:
- MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
- Free will writing services to help plan for the future
- Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection
Leisure & Lifestyle:
- Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
- Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
- Access to home and technology vouchers
- bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts
We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.
Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.
If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.
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