Vehicle Technician

Salary: up to £55,000 OTE.

Contract:

Permanent – Full Time.

Must have: A full UK driving licence and qualification as a Level 2 Vehicle Technician or Diagnostic Technician.

About Steven Eagell Group:
An established, family‑run automotive retailer specialising in new and used vehicle sales, along with comprehensive after‑sales services. With 43 locations across the Southeast, East of England and West Midlands, we offer career opportunities in sales, customer service, technical, administrative and management roles.

• Carry out vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs in line with Toyota GB technical standards, ensuring high‑quality work and an excellent customer experience.
• Inspect vehicles and diagnose faults, including non‑routine issues, using technical knowledge and the latest technologies.
• Identify and report defects in accordance with MOT and Vehicle Safety Report (VSR) requirements.
• Complete all work within the allocated time, maintaining strong productivity and efficiency.
• Take responsibility for tools and workshop equipment, ensuring daily care and reporting any defects.
• Follow all Toyota and Centre processes, working safely and professionally at all times.
• Communicate with customers when required, building rapport, listening carefully and clearly explaining work needed or completed in a warm and professional manner.
• Support and coach apprentice technicians, providing guidance and helping to develop their skills.
• Attend required specialist training to maintain and develop technical expertise.
• Work collaboratively as part of the Centre team to deliver a seamless, outstanding service to customers.

• Qualified as a Level 2 Vehicle Technician or Diagnostic Technician.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the automotive industry (preferably at Toyota and/or Lexus, but not essential).
• MOT Tester qualification (preferred).
• Confident communicator, adept at interacting with various individuals.
• Quick learner, able to pick up specific skills and techniques swiftly.
• Passionate about the automotive industry and eager to work for the world's largest automotive manufacturer.
• Process‑driven and comfortable with technical skills.
• Organised and efficient in the workplace.

• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, and your Birthday Off.
• Long Service Awards / Colleague Recognition.
• Enhanced Maternity / Paternity at qualifying service length.
• Car Benefit Scheme after successful completion of a probation period.
• Sales Incentives.
• Comprehensive training provided.
• Company pension scheme.
• Death in Service.
• Access to high street discounts through Perk Box.
• In‑house, manufacturer & professional qualifications.
• Staff referral scheme.
• Access to medical cover through Simply Health.