Preparation Technician

Job Title: Preparation Technician

Location: Ipswich

Salary: GBP from £30,000 - £32,000 Per Annum

Type: Permanent, Full-time

We’re looking for an experienced Preparation Technician to join an established automotive dealership. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Technician seeking a Monday–Friday role, offering a competitive basic salary, bonus potential, and a genuine work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

As a Preparation Technician, your primary responsibility will be to prepare vehicles to a high standard for sale or delivery. This includes conducting routine maintenance, servicing, inspections, and mechanical repairs on a variety of vehicles. You will be expected to:

- Perform comprehensive vehicle inspections to identify any mechanical issues or necessary repairs, ensuring all work meets the dealership's high standards.

- Carry out routine servicing tasks, including oil changes, brake checks, and tyre rotations, using diagnostic tools and equipment to assess vehicle performance.

- Collaborate closely with the wider workshop team to ensure that all vehicles are completed efficiently and safely, adhering to health and safety regulations.

- Maintain accurate records of all work carried out, including parts used and time spent on each task, to ensure transparency and accountability.

- Uphold excellent standards of workmanship, demonstrating a keen attention to detail in every aspect of your work.

- Assist in training and mentoring junior technicians, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates who possess the following qualifications and skills:

- Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician or Prep Technician, ideally within a dealership environment.

- Strong mechanical knowledge and a solid understanding of automotive systems and components.

- Proven ability to carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs efficiently and to a high standard.

- Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of pride in your workmanship, ensuring that all tasks are completed to the best of your ability.

- Ability to work effectively in a busy workshop environment, managing time and priorities to meet deadlines.

- A professional and reliable appro...