FLOATING VEHICLE TECHNICIAN
Location: Covering Blackpool, Southport, Morecambe & Kendal
Salary: OTE £30,000 - £50,000 (Basic Salary Dependent on Experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm | 40 Hours Per Week | Saturday Morning Rota (Paid at Time and a Half)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
 
Looking for a varied technician role where no two days are the same?
If you're a qualified Vehicle Technician looking for a role that offers variety, career progression, and the opportunity to work across multiple dealership locations, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of the North West's largest and most respected family-owned dealer groups.
 
As a Floating Vehicle Technician, you'll support workshops across Blackpool, Southport, Morecambe, and Kendal, working with experienced teams while benefiting from ongoing manufacturer training, excellent earning potential, and genuine career development opportunities.
 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Basic Salary Depending on Experience
·OTE £30,000 - £50,000
·Overtime Paid at Time and a Half
·31 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays), Increasing to 36 Days with Service
·Ongoing Manufacturer Training
·Professional Development & Career Progression
·Company Pension Scheme
·Staff Car Benefit Scheme (Subject to Eligibility)
·Employee Discounts on New Cars, Servicing, MOTs, Parts, Tyres & Bodyshop Repairs
·Company Uniform Provided (Including Contribution Towards Safety Boots)
·Free On-Site Parking
·Length of Service Awards
·Full-Time, Permanent Position
 
THE ROLE
As a Floating Vehicle Technician, you'll provide technical support across multiple dealership workshops, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance to the highest manufacturer standards.
Key responsibilities include:
·Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repair work on a range of vehicles
·Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults accurately
·Completing repairs efficiently while maintaining high-quality workmanship
·Conducting vehicle road tests where required
·Ensuring all work complies with manufacturer and health & safety standards
·Accurately completing workshop documentation and job cards
·Handling vehicle parts correctly and maintaining workshop standards
·Supporting different dealership teams while delivering exceptional customer service
·Travelling between dealership locations across the North West as required
 
ABOUT YOU
We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
·NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
·Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician within the automotive industry
·Strong servicing, maintenance, and diagnostic skills
·EV/Hybrid qualification desirable but not essential
·MOT Tester Licence desirable but not essential
·Willingness to travel between dealership sites
·A positive, flexible, and team-focused attitude
·Full UK Manual Driving Licence
Alternative job titles may include: Vehicle Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Vehicle Mechanic or Car Mechanic.
 
APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful family-owned dealer group that values its technicians, invests in ongoing training, and offers genuine opportunities for career progression across multiple dealership locations.
If you're a qualified Vehicle Technician looking for a varied and rewarding role, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Interested in finding out more? Apply today or contact Howard at Auto Skills for a confidential discussion about this Floating Vehicle Technician opportunity, quoting job reference 54386