Vehicle Technician - Car​/LCV

Vehicle Technician - Car / LCV

Location:

Shotts

Company:
Balfour Beatty Group

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure and construction group that finances, develops, builds, and maintains innovative projects to support communities and economic growth.

• Carry out maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), and specialist vehicles to the highest technical standards and manufacturer specifications.
• Deliver outstanding customer service, consistently exceeding expectations through clear communication, quality workmanship, and a professional attitude.
• Adhere strictly to all company health, safety, environmental, and quality procedures, maintaining a safe and compliant working environment at all times.
• Accurately complete all required paperwork, job cards, and digital records in a timely manner, ensuring full traceability and efficient workshop administration.

• Consistently high‑quality repairs with minimal comebacks and low vehicle off‑road (VOR) time.
• Excellent first‑time MOT pass rates and zero valid customer complaints.
• Efficient workflow with jobs completed on or ahead of schedule, contributing to high workshop productivity and strong customer satisfaction scores.
• Exemplary safety record with zero accidents or incidents and proactive reporting of near‑misses and suggestions for continuous improvement.

• Relevant automotive qualification (e.g., City & Guilds Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, NVQ equivalent, or demonstrable time‑served experience at the same level).
• Full UK driving licence (clean or with minimal points).
• Proven hands‑on experience in vehicle diagnostics using modern diagnostic equipment and tools.
• Strong customer‑focused approach with the ability to communicate clearly and build trust with customers.
• Solid understanding of Health & Safety practices in a workshop environment.
• Basic IT literacy and confidence using workshop management systems and job cards.

• Experience or qualifications in electric and hybrid vehicle maintenance and repair (IMI Level 2/3 EV or manufacturer training an advantage).
• Knowledge of specialist or light commercial vehicles (e.g., vans, pick‑ups, motorhomes, or performance vehicles).
• Additional manufacturer‑specific training or accreditations.

• Smart working – staggered start and finish times, up to 40% remote working where roles allow.
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro‑rata).
• Family‑friendly policies: 28 weeks full‑pay maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full‑pay paternity/partner leave.
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and more.