Vehicle Technician

Service / Senior Technician

Stratstone

BYD Milton Keynes

£37,673 to £42,366 OTE with UNCAPPED BONUS, 3 months guaranteed bonus upon joining, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension, critical illness and life assurance schemes, exclusive deals on new and used vehicles and aftersales services

Are you ready to drive beyond the possible; to work for an industry game-changer alongside a pioneering, well established electric vehicle brand, new to the UK market in 2023?

Here at Stratstone, powered by Pendragon, we’re excited to be embarking on a new and innovative partnership. We’re looking for a passionate Senior Technician to play a key part in shaping our future, as we move forwards with one of the most exciting automotive brands to ever hit the UK market.

BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a pioneer in new automotive technology. Having been first established in China in 1995, the brand has since trailblazed the way forwards for electric vehicle technology. Their revolutionary innovations include their Blade Battery and exclusive E-Platform 3.0 interface, both of which have helped their vehicles to achieve five-star Euro NCAP safety ratings, thanks to unrivalled intuitive systems. 2023 sees the launch of this incredible brand in the UK, and we’re looking for a collaborative and driven individual to help drive the new Stratstone and BYD partnership forwards.

As Senior Technician, you’ll be integral to the workshop team in one of the first ever BYD UK stores, maintaining this game changing NEV (New Energy Vehicle) brand for our customers. You’ll be working for an experienced leader, working with the most cutting edge of electric vehicle equipment and technology. Fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career along the way, you’ll be supported with all the specialised training and development tools you need to be the best that you can be, truly at the forefront of automotive technology. This is an ideal chance for a hard-working and passionate individual to assist in transforming the automotive industry, within an appreciative and collaborative culture that empowers you to build real friendships in an innovative business.

What you’ll be responsible for in your technical role:

- Becoming an expert on BYD vehicles, undertaking specialised training to successfully diagnose, maintain and repair the latest in electric vehicle technology

- Driving the Stratstone and BYD partnership forwards, becoming a trailblazer for the latest in electric automotive technology and taking the brand to the next level

- Leading the way in mentoring apprentices and less experienced technicians to be the best they can be, supporting them to develop their knowledge and skills

- Utilising existing technical knowledge to carry out services, repairs and maintenance on customer vehicles, including minor and major mechanical and electrical work

- Exhibiting a passion for our customers, meeting with them to discuss the vehicle and repairs needed when necessary in an accountable and honest manner

- Using advanced diagnostic equipment to fault find items relevant to the vehicle

- Completing Vehicle Health Checks (VHC), ensuring that the VHC video completion meets targets and exceeds all KPIs

Do you have what it takes to be a Pendragon Associate? We’re looking for someone who is:

- A collaborative team player, who is open to new ideas

- Driven by a passion for our industry and the people who work in it, whilst being down-to-earth, collaborative and accountable

- Driven to innovate and continuously adapt to the latest automotive advancements, whilst developing in your own career to be the best that you can be, with a confidence to mentor less experienced colleagues

- Brimming with technical knowledge to confidently and safely carry out repairs and maintenance of customer vehicles

- Capable of using systems and equipment within our workshop

- Experienced in working to the highest quality standards within a franchised dealer or independent garage, to productivity targets

- Qualified by experience in post or to NVQ Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

- Equipped with a full UK driving licence

Here at Pendragon, together, we’re unstoppable. Collaboration is at the heart of our culture, and it’s the power of our group coming together that unlocks our potential to transform automotive retail. We thrive in a fast-paced environment where the doors are open, if you have the attitude and drive to walk through them. We’ll empower you with the opportunities to bring out the best in yourself, and in return you’ll support and bring out the best in others. If this sounds like a perfect fit for you, then apply today and join our journey in driving beyond the possible.

Pendragon recognises the value that diversity brings to the workforce. This is why we positively welcome applications from all walks of life, backgrounds, and communities. If you have the motivation, skills and talent potential that we are looking for then get in touch. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £37,673.00-£42,366.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Experience:

• Mechanic: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: One location