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Vehicle Technician

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BMW Group

9d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering

AI generated summary

  • You must have an IMI Level 3 qualification, dealership experience, skills in complex repairs, eligibility to work in the UK, and a clean UK driving licence held for at least 1 year.
  • You will diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles, meet targets, advise on repairs, stay updated on tech info, conduct video health checks, explain issues to customers, and road test vehicles.

Requirements

  • IMI Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance qualification or equivalent
  • Proven experience working at a main dealer manufacturer or national or independent service/repair retailers (with BMW or MINI expertise)
  • Proven experience working on complex repairs and maintenance of vehicles
  • Must be eligible to work in the UK and have a valid clean UK Driving Licence for a minimum of 1 year

Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles in accordance with BMW / MINI UK standards, always promoting and attaining BMW standards for superior workmanship
  • Meet individual and departmental targets within agreed timescales
  • Advise Line Manager on additional repairs required
  • Keep up to date on technical information
  • Complete video vehicle health checks to highlight any issues & sell-up opportunities
  • Complete videos explaining fault and repair to customer
  • Road test vehicles where appropriate

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Vehicle Technician at Stephen James BMW?

The main responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles according to BMW/MINI UK standards, completing video vehicle health checks, advising Line Managers on additional repairs, and maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge.

What qualifications are required for this role?

Candidates must have an IMI Level 3 Motor Vehicle Service and Maintenance qualification or equivalent and proven experience working with BMW or MINI vehicles.

Is there a requirement for prior experience?

Yes, proven experience working at a main dealer manufacturer or national or independent service/repair retailers specifically with BMW or MINI expertise is required.

What is the salary range for this position?

The basic salary ranges from £33,000 to £36,000, depending on main dealer experience, with an OTE of £50,000 to £60,000 per annum.

What are the working hours for this position?

The working hours are Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm, with additional Saturday hours from 8 am to 12:30 pm on a 1 in 4 rota basis, which is paid as overtime.

Are there opportunities for professional development and training?

Yes, Stephen James values employee development and invests in personal growth and training for all staff.

Do I need a specific type of driving license to apply?

Yes, you must have a valid clean UK Driving Licence for a minimum of 1 year to be eligible for this position.

Is there a focus on customer communication in this role?

Yes, the role involves completing videos explaining faults and repairs to customers, as well as highlighting any issues during health checks.

Are there additional rewards or benefits for staff?

Yes, Stephen James offers a wide range of market-leading benefits in addition to salary to all colleagues.

Automotive
Industry
1-10
Employees

Mission & Purpose

With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services. The BMW Group production network comprises over 30 production sites worldwide; the company has a global sales network in more than 140 countries. In 2023, the BMW Group sold over 2.55 million passenger vehicles and more than 209,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax in the financial year 2023 was € 17.1 billion on revenues amounting to € 155.5 billion. As of 31 December 2023, the BMW Group had a workforce of 154,950 employees. The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term thinking and responsible action. The company set the course for the future at an early stage and consistently makes sustainability and efficient resource management central to its strategic direction, from the supply chain through production to the end of the use phase of all products.

Benefits

  • High Work-Life Balance

    Striking a healthy balance between work and personal life is important to us. It keeps us motivated and productive in the long term and thus contributes to our company's success. We support our employees in this aim: through flexible working time models, with care obligations towards dependents, assistance with child care and provision of services and facilities promoting fitness and health.

  • Paid Holiday

    With our paid holiday, we always have enough time to pursue our wanderlust. Whether we feel like visiting countries abroad or just exploring our homeland, there’s no reason to rush. From our balcony or the mountains to exotic beaches, with the amount of free time we can explore, relax, recharge our batteries and simply enjoy life wherever we are.

  • Flexible Working Time Models and Home Office.

    We give special priority to the needs of women and men who wish to devote more time to the family on a temporary basis and also to employees with care obligations towards dependents. Far beyond the legal requirements the BMW Group offers employees the possibility of working flexibly: e.g. the options range from working from home or flexitime days through non-working shifts.

  • Performance-Related and Above Average Pay.

    As performance is highly valued at the BMW Group, we offer our talents performance-related pay that far exceeds legal and collectively agreed requirements. And holiday pay makes every trip even more enjoyable, but that’s not all by far.

  • Employee Vehicle Programme.

    Discovering that unique go-kart feeling – or simply enjoying sheer driving pleasure: all our colleagues have the opportunity to drive their very own BMW or MINI on particularly attractive terms. This way, for many talents enjoying work already starts on the way to the office. With our vehicle configurator, we can create our dream car according to our own wishes and then buy it at an attractive discount – it’s also possible to finance or alternatively lease it. But that’s not all, as we can also benefit from special conditions on a wide range of used cars.

  • Health Management Programmes.

    We want to keep our talents in the best of health. We have our own company healthcare service, which includes preventative measures, stress management, nutritional advice and health training, such as a cardiac sports group. Our medical officers always have time for us: whenever we need medical advice, we can just drop in. We also provide medical screening, vaccinations as well as first-aid kits before business trips abroad and a lot more.