Vehicle Technician - 4 Day Week

As part of our continued success, we’re expanding Porsche Centre West London. We are looking for enthusiastic, adaptable, qualified Technicians who are ready to bring their expertise, positivity, and drive to our expanding operations.

Role:
As a Porsche vehicle Technician, you will maintain, repair, and service our customer’s vehicles to the highest standard. Communicating effectively with the Service Team, you will seek to diagnose potential problems, fix mechanical and/or electrical issues or carry out routine service work. All the while ensuring the highest level of accurate record keeping and ensuring vehicles are fixed first time, and exceeding customers’ expectations.

Responsibilities:

Identifying problems with vehicles using diagnostic tools and equipment
Carrying out repairs and service work across the whole Porsche vehicle range
Performing road tests to ensure repairs were successful and vehicles are functioning properly.
Documenting services performed, parts used, and any issues found during inspections.
Communicating with the Service Team or customers about vehicle issues and repair options.
Ensuring all work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and Porsche’s exemplary customer service level expectations
Keeping up with the latest automotive technologies and repair techniques.
Minimum Qualifications:

A full vehicle (Category B) driver’s license, ideally for a for a minimum of two years
Level 2 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence or equivalent qualification
Experience of working within a franchised automotive dealership
Excellent mechanical and technical skills to be able to diagnose and repair faults on a wide range of vehicles
Ability to work quickly, diligently and efficiently
Desirable Qualifications:

Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance
Level 3 Diploma in Auto-Electrical and Mobile Electrical Operations
Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle System Repair and Replacement
Experience of working within a prestige franchised automotive dealership
Porsche Retail Group are committed to promoting a culture that champions diversity and equal opportunities.

PRG believe diverse teams are catalysts of innovation and create multiple new ideas. One of our priorities is to celebrate diversity in all its dimensions while shaping an aspirational and inclusive company culture.

In return, we offer:

A 4-day working week - 4 days per week Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 7.00pm with your choice of a set day off each weekday. Plus 1 in 4 Saturdays on a rota basis from 8am to 1pm
Choice of Aftersales location - choose between our main aftersales facility in the heart of vibrant Chiswick or our new Service Factory at Kew
Highly competitive salary, increasing as you progress through your Porsche training and accreditation
OTE bonus of £800 per month, with the option to overachieve up to £2,400 per month for exceptional performance
Guaranteed monthly bonus payment for the first 3 months of your employment
33 days holiday per year pro-rata, with extra for long service
Option of a VW Group Vehicle at preferential leasing rates
Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products
Life Assurance
DC Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Program - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing
Dedicated mental health champions
Five full sets of work wear along with Porsche jumpers, gilets, jacket and safety boots
Centre:
Porsche Centre West London is our largest Centre in the south of England and soon to be the largest aftersales facility for Porsche globally. Our Centre is divided over 2 locations. Our main Centre conveniently located on the A4 and just a short walk from the vibrant Chiswick High Road, with free staff parking just a short walk away or Gunnersbury Tube or Chiswick Park Station are within a 15-minute walk. We have a dedicated satellite after-sales service near Kew, easily accessible from the A4 with onsite parking.

Company
Headquartered in Reading alongside Porsche Cars GB Ltd, Porsche Retail Group (PRG) are owned wholly by Porsche Germany. We operate several Porsche Centres, Service Centres and a Trade Parts Distribution Centre in and around London and the South-East.

Our journey embodies the Porsche DNA, a love of sports cars and a passion for excellence and challenging the status quo. Our centres feature state-of-the-art facilities and highly trained staff to ensure that the purchasing, servicing, and ownership experience of Porsche customers are of the highest quality.

Applying:
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You must have eligibility to work in the UK. If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered. You’re welcome to request a full synopsis of the job description during your first round of interview, should you be successful.

We look forward to hearing from you