Vehicle Technician / Mechanic
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Position Overview & Specifications
Our highly successful Oldham Chadderton Way dealership are on the lookout for a qualified Technician to join their team!
This exciting new opportunity will allow you to service and repair vehicles in a safe and economical manner employing your skills and knowledge as may be required, including the ability to diagnose faults with the minimum supervision.
So if you:
- Want to receive a £1500 Annual Bonus on top of a great salary package
- Love being in a Workshop environment
- Want to work for a company that recognises and appreciates your achievements
then apply today!
What’s in it for you?
When you join Pentagon, from Day 1 you'll have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- 30 days holiday per year (including Bank Holidays) that will increase with length of service.
- Recommend a Friend Scheme.
- Discounted days out with family and friends.
- Retail discounts saving £££'s on shopping and dining out.
- Fully funded, Nationally Recognised Qualifications.
- Manufacturer specific training.
- Salary Finance.
- 24 hour access to the Employee Assistance Programme and designated site Mental Health First Aiders.
- Team member Pension Scheme contributions.
- Friends & family Customer Referral Payments
- Discounts on products and services that we provide for family and friends.
We pride ourselves on offering exceptional training and development opportunities along with realistic career paths for each member of our Team.
What will you be doing?
Responsibilities will include:
- To observe, recognise and report on vehicle or component defects or symptoms of impending failure.
- To examine vehicles completely and report orally or in writing upon the vehicles condition, safety and reliability and performance (MOT).
- To protect all vehicles under repair against damage and to inspect each vehicle for damage and cleanliness upon completion of repair.
- To attend recognised courses of instruction as and when required and to assist in the training of apprentices upon assignment.
- To always seek permission before fitting parts to customers vehicles that have not been previously authorised and to return parts for warranty and customer inspection at all times.
- To ensure all service and maintenance sheets, customer defect reports, manufacturer paperwork and electronic documentation, e.g. PDI sheets are fully completed and signed off.
Working hours for this role are Monday - Friday 0800am - 1700pm plus alternate Saturdays 0830am - 1230pm.
Please be aware, Pentagon Aftersales/Service departments are currently not working Saturdays whilst we undergo a trial period of working on a Monday - Friday basis only.
The pay for this position is £14.19ph, £1500 Annual Bonus, Overtime and Time saved Bonus paid at time and a half.
Who are we looking for?
The successful candidate will have:
- A Minimum Level 2 City and Guilds (or equivalent) in Vehicle Repair.
- Experience in diagnostics and using computers.
- A full, UK driving licence.
- A positive, right first time attitude.
- A strong team player mentality
- The ability to work to a very high standard.
- Good communication skills.
- A willingness to learn and develop.
Why choose us?
For more information on why becoming a member of the Pentagon Motor Group team is an amazing career choice head over to our website!
https://www.pentagon-group.co.uk/recruitment
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £14.19 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Motor Vehicle Dealers
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Vehicle Technician / Mechanic roles across Pentagon Motor Group Ltd.'s corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Motor Vehicle Dealers.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14 - £14 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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