Vehicle Technician / Mechanic - L3 Toyota

We have a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your career with one of the world’s largest automotive brands.

Are you passionate about automotive and the systems and subsystems that make vehicles work?
Do you enjoy problem-solving in the most efficient way?
Are you willing to continually learn as the future of automotive evolves?

If so, we want to hear from you!

Role info:

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic
Aberdeen
Competitive Market Salary
Full-time Permanent
Plus Up to 30 Days Holiday, Full Manufacturer Training, Discounted Servicing for you and your Family, Attractive Discounts When Purchasing New and Used Cars, Contributory Pension Scheme, and More…

About us:

As one of the leading Toyota Centre’s in the UK we are passionate about ensuring our customers are always put first - every day, everywhere.

Established in 1971, Park’s is a private family-owned business, which takes great pride in being Scotland’s leading independent motor Group. Our aim is to grow our business by continually exceeding customer expectations and delivering unparalleled levels of service.

Combined with Park's of Hamilton luxury coaches, we are proud to operate a strong portfolio of 29 of the UK’s leading car brands across 67 franchised outlets throughout Scotland and England.

The Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role:

As a technician, you’ll be confident in communicating with different people, asking for help, and following procedures whilst always learning new skills and techniques. As a Toyota technician, you’ll be interested in working for the largest automotive manufacturer in the world. Working for Parks in Aberdeen, you’ll be proud to represent Toyota, and you’ll be able to thrive in an exciting environment where your role as Technician will be vital to the Centre’s success.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and culture - everyone is welcome. Joining us as a Technician offers you the opportunity to thrive. You’ll develop your career with one of the world's most prestigious companies, working alongside some of the industry’s best talent. Toyota is the highest ranked Automotive Brand in the world and spends more on R&D than any other company, leading the way in Hybrid engine technology and innovation. We are constantly evolving so there is always something new just around the corner!

Key Highlights of the Role:

+ Carrying out vehicle services and repairs, in accordance with Toyota technical standards, ensuring we deliver a great customer experience
+ Examining vehicles, diagnosing non-routine defects, with knowledge gained about the vehicles and relevant technologies
+ Reporting defects against Department of Environment (MOT) and Vehicle Safety Report (VSR) standards
+ Carrying out jobs within budgeted time, maintaining your own productivity
+ Taking responsibility for daily maintenance of tools and equipment, reporting any defects
+ Working in accordance with key Toyota or Centre processes
+ Liaising with customers directly where relevant and appropriate, listening carefully to build rapport and answering questions in a warm and professional manner to summarise details of work required or carried out
+ Coaching and supporting apprentice technicians, explaining, guiding and enabling others to learn

What we are looking for:

+ Minimum of SVQ Level 3 in motor vehicle maintenance (or comparable)
+ Previous work experience within an automotive repair environment is preferable
+ A full UK driving licence
+ Eligibility to work in the UK
+ Flexible to work hours required to carry out the role effectively and travel (to the training sessions)
+ Technical aptitude, process-driven, and a fast learner
+ Organised in the workplace
+ Confident communicator and ready to ask questions and learn
+ Passionate about problem-solving and finding solutions to challenges
+ Interests that support your work life balance

What’s on Offer:

+ Highly Competitive Salary
+ 30 days holiday
+ Full manufacturer accredited training including fully funded travel
+ BEN Automotive Assistance Program
+ Discounted Servicing for you and your family
+ Contributory Pension Scheme
+ Refer a friend scheme earning £1000+ a year
+ Attractive discounts when purchasing new and used cars
+ Subsidised car leasing scheme accessible to you and your family

Ready to join the largest car company in the world?

Since Toyota's foundation, we have acted in accordance with our Guiding Principles to produce reliable vehicles and the sustainable development of society through ever-changing innovation and the provision of high-quality products and services.

Toyota will lead the future mobility society, enriching lives around the world with the safest and most responsible ways of moving people. Through our commitment to quality, ceaseless innovation, and respect for the planet, we strive to exceed expectations and be rewarded with a smile.

We will meet challenging goals by engaging the talent and passion of people who believe there is always a better way.

Sounds like a good fit? Apply here for a fast-track path to the Hiring Team.

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