Job Description

Role Overview

As a Car Sales Preparation Technician, you will be instrumental in ensuring that all vehicles meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and presentation before they reach our customers. Your expertise will contribute to delivering an exceptional customer experience, built on trust and honesty

Key Responsibilities

Used Vehicle Inspections (UVI):

Carry out UVIs to ensure vehicles are roadworthy and meet all safety standards prior to sale.

Vehicle Inspection & Preparation:

Conduct comprehensive inspections of used vehicles to assess mechanical and cosmetic condition. To carry out required mechanical preparation, quickly and professionally.

Report inspection to the Sales Manager:

Report and discuss inspection findings with the sales manager to plan required preparation works.

Servicing & Repairs:

Perform routine servicing, repairs, and maintenance on the used vehicle inventory to manufacturer specifications.

Cosmetic Enhancements:

Address minor cosmetic issues such as damaged trims.

Accessory Installation:

Install and adjust vehicle accessories, such as parking sensors, dash cams etc, as required.

Documentation:

Complete all necessary paperwork accurately, including UVI check sheets, service records and warranty documentation.

Collaboration:

Work closely with the sales department and valeting teams to ensure vehicles are showroom ready at the soonest possible opportunity.

Warranty inspections:

To inspect vehicles returning under warranty to diagnose possible fault. Rectification of the issue found to a high standard quickly and efficiently to minimise customer inconvenience.

Management of stock inventory:

To maintain used stock inventory is always prepared and available to be test driven.

Additional duties:

Additional duties may include the following, assisting with collection / deliveries, basic valeting of vehicles, assistance with the main workshop if required, coverage at another site should it be required.

Skills & Experience Required

Technical Qualifications:

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).

Experience:

Proven experience in vehicle preparation, servicing, or maintenance. Main dealer experience is desirable but not essential.

Driving Licence:

Full, valid UK driving licence. (maximum 6-penalty points)

Tools:

Own hand tools are essential. (special tooling supplied)

Attributes:

Strong attention to detail, good communicator, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and efficiently under tight deadlines.

Desirable Attributes (not essential)

Experience with multi-brands, MOT accreditation Knowledge of electric and hybrid vehicle systems. Ability to perform smart repairs and cosmetic enhancements.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary with departmental performance-related bonuses Pension scheme and life assurance 22-days annual leave, plus bank holidays No weekend working

About Us

Duff Morgan & Vermont Ltd has been serving the motorist for over 100-years. We are a family owned and managed business operated from our two Norwich dealerships. We are main dealers for both SEAT and CUPRA brands from our Mile Cross Lane dealership, and supplying quality used vehicles from our Duff Morgan Approved dealership in Whiffler Road Norwich. We are a customer-focused company offering a wide range of vehicles and services. We are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment, fostering career growth and development.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience to, aaron.frisby@duffmorgan.com.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 28,000.00-34,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Bereavement leave Canteen Company pension Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: WRUVI Tech06.05.25