Nightshift Mechanic
Arnold Clark · Glasgow, United Kingdom · full time · On site · 6 days ago
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We’re looking for experienced Nightshift Mechanics to join our growing team.
About the role
Mechanics, it wouldn’t work without you. We are currently recruiting for a new Nightshift Technician to help keep our prep centre running smoothly.
Fixing cars is one of the most varied, challenging and important things you can do at Arnold Clark. Without our mechanics, our business would come to a standstill.
That’s why we need you. As a mechanic, you’ll safely prepare our customers’ cars for the road ahead. You’ll care – really 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.
And every day in the job, 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.
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/defective parts and resolving defects
- 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
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 to deadlines
- A proactive and enthusiastic approach
- The ability to accurately follow written and spoken instructions
- A full driving licence
Our Culture
Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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.
Hours
Full time: Monday – Thursday 7.30pm – 7am
We offer:
- Salary £45,000
- Additional opportunity to earn up to £9,000 every three years in performance-based bonuses – terms and conditions apply.
- All overtime paid at time and a half
- Hamilton Road Vauxhall, Glasgow
- 26.5 days’ annual leave
- 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
- Employer
- Arnold Clark
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom · On site
- Contract
- full time