Job description
Vehicle Technician (Mechanic) – Mercedes Peterborough
Time to switch up a gear? Be part of something better.
Enjoy support that’s second to none as a Vehicle Technician (Mechanic) at Group 1 Automotive. With training at some of the best facilities in the industry, you’ll learn new skills while becoming an expert. And best of all, you’ll be part of a fun, friendly team that will support you every day.
What we can offer you
24/7 online access to healthcare professionals
Car purchasing and lease schemes
Servicing, parts & accessory colleague discounts.
Enhanced holiday allowance with length of service
Paid day off for your birthday
Company share purchase plan
Loan plans for colleagues, including toolbox and travel tickets
Colleague referral payments
Industry leading family friendly policies
Numerous training, learning and development options to suit everyone
Plus lot’s more
What you’ll do day to day
Perform high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs, following manufacturer standards and guidelines to ensure reliability and safety
Conduct thorough inspections of vehicle components to assess wear, damage, or required replacements
Provide expert technical advice to customers when necessary, ensuring clear and professional communication
Maintain exceptional customer service standards, fostering trust that leads to repeat business and referrals
Collaborate effectively with the service reception team and workshop control for seamless workflow and customer satisfaction
Offer support and guidance to fellow Technicians in the workshop, promoting teamwork and knowledge sharing
Helpful skills and qualifications
Don’t worry about ticking off every single skill here − if you care about delivering great experiences as much as we do, we want to hear from you.
NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent qualification
Thorough understanding of vehicle safety standards and guidelines
Strong problem-solving skills, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work
Proven ability to meet efficiency targets while maintaining a keen eye for detail
Ability to collaborate and contribute positively within a team environment
A current valid MOT licence is advantageous but not essential
Must hold a valid UK driving licence
We value diversity and believe it strengthens our team. If you don’t meet every requirement listed but are enthusiastic about this role and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.
Be part of something big
Group 1 Automotive is on an exciting growth journey. We are home to over 7000 colleagues dedicated to providing exceptional customer service, with 114 dealerships in the UK, representing 21 brands at the forefront of automotive retail.
But you don’t need to love cars to work with us - just need to share our mission to create outstanding and trusted experiences for our customers, our partners, and our people.
Our Values
At Group 1 Automotive we pride ourselves on our five core values that are incorporated in all we that do.
Respect - Integrity - Transparency - Teamwork – Professionalism
These are the principles that every member of our team lives by, whether that be business functions, customer interactions, how we interact with the local community and even how we view each other in the team.