Ramp Engineer

About us :
We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we're committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That's why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Job Title:

Ramp Engineer

Location:

Charles Hurst Head Office, Belfast Salary:
Competitive Salary, depending on level  Bonus!

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent We're looking for a skilled and motivated Ramp Engineer to join our central operations team based at our Head Office in Belfast. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong mechanical or technical background who wants to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. Don't meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway! We value transferable skills, a growth mindset, and a willingness to learn.

If you're passionate about this role and have the relevant skills, we'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

Install, service, and maintain vehicle lifts and workshop equipment across Charles Hurst sites Carry out routine inspections, diagnostics, and safety checks Ensure all ramps and equipment meet compliance and operational standards Liaise with suppliers and contractors to coordinate repairs and parts Provide technical expertise and support to dealership operations

About You:

We're seeking someone who:
Has proven experience in a mechanical, engineering, or automotive maintenance role Holds relevant technical qualifications Is confident working with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems Can work independently and manage time effectively Possesses a full driving licence and is willing to travel between Charles Hurst sites when needed Core Benefits:
Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service Enhanced family leave, including 6 months' full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks' full pay for paternity leave Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments Health & Wellbeing:
Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs Smart Health - 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments Financial Wellbeing:
MyView Pay Now - access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app Free will writing services to help plan for the future Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection Leisure & Lifestyle:
Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence Access to home and technology vouchers bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check.

For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date. We take our data protection responsibilities very seriously and are committed to upholding and respecting your privacy rights. Information about how we will process your data including the types of data we collect, the purposes for which we use it, who we may share it with and how long we keep it are set out in our privacy notice.

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