Job Description

PDI TECHNICIAN

An exciting opportunity to join the growing Hedley Studios and become an integral part of the team. We're looking for an energetic and enthusiastic PDI technician to check and sign off our exceptional scaled down pieces of driveable art, as part of the fastest growing automotive company in the UK.

Summary

Salary:

30,000 - 35,000 pa

Starting:

ASAP

Reporting to:

Workshop Manager

Working Hours

: Monday to Friday 07h30 - 16h30 but flexible for the right person. Opportunities for longer hours across four days.

About us: Hedley Studios

We stand at the intersection between art and automotive excellence, transcending traditional boundaries to craft vehicles that are both luxury collectables and functional art pieces. Based at Bicester Heritage since 2020 where we expertly hand-build each creation we are building a unique legacy of unmatched elegance and exclusivity. Our philosophy is to develop the pinnacle of art with motion. Behind the scenes, our expert team blends outstanding engineering with artistic mastery to create unparalleled automotive art pieces.

The Hedley Studios culture is inclusive, expert and friendly, with the inspired energy you often find in startups or motorsport and the shared passion you encounter when like-minded people unite behind a vision that reflects their personal interests. We are committed to advancing the work of equality, diversity and inclusion and we want to attract the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. Our exceptionally talented team are fuelled by a determination to create truly remarkable vehicles, whilst having a ton of fun along the way. This is where you come in...

Our Values

Start Simple: Don't worry about having all the answers, just get started. Growth comes from taking chances and making mistakes. We approach problem-solving with resourcefulness and creativity without compromising on attention to detail.

Collaboration: We support each other and work together. We strive to leverage the collective intelligence of everyone at Hedley Studios. We are free of ego and seek to understand. We challenge each other, but respectfully.

Communication: Communicate directly - whatever the question, communication is the answer. Get feedback early and listen openly. Someone does not have to be wrong for you to be right.

Accountability: Champion Accountability - accept responsibility for your actions and inactions. We are open and honest about our shortcomings, as we are with our successes. Strive for continuous improvement in the everyday.

Diversity: Seek and value the strength of diverse perspectives - we learn from all to build for all. Embrace differences - everyone at Hedley Studios should be able to work and learn in an atmosphere of respect, dignity, and acceptance.

Adventure: Grow our business in a way that makes us proud. Embrace the adventure - set ambitious goals, understand things don't always go to plan, work with creativity and passion and celebrate success! Remember Hedley Studios belongs to all of us.

The role:

We need an enthusiastic and experienced whole vehicle technician to inspect and sign off production cars in readiness for their journey to our exacting clients. A new and integral role within the business you will be responsible for the thorough checking and certifying with first class quality and attention to detail. We're a fast moving start up, and a 'can do' attitude is essential. You'll report directly into the Workshop Manager who co-ordinates the day to day workshop and assembly activities.

The day-to-day responsibilities:

Inspection of completed production cars, ensuring they meet all required standards.

Driving of vehicles to set standards and parameters ensuring they meet all set criteria.

Working with the wider project team to keep production on schedule, having an overall view of the completion and delivery status of whole vehicles.

Completing a comprehensive and detailed feedback loop and building bond with the build technician team

Completion of all Build & Compliance Documentation

Completion of Assembly & Inspection records

Responsibility for the Quality of the work carried out.

Continually looking for opportunities to develop and make build and inspection process better, safer, more efficient.

Support to the wider production assembly and sub assembly teams where required.

Be available to support the build and testing of prototype vehicles.

Maintain a clean, professional, and safe working environment

Provide training and support to members of the wider production team

Awareness and support to implementation of Quality Management System

What you bring to the table:

Essential:

Experience of 'craftsmanship' assembly methods where final fit and appearance is the responsibility of the operator

A background in niche, low volume or motorsport engineering with a broad understanding of vehicle systems.

High level of attention to detail and a focus on safety and quality.

Ability to root cause vehicle issues from faulty vehicle, through structured strip down and analysis, to component level root cause and feedback

A strong understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes and their appropriate selection.

Able to understand and interpret detailed component and assembly drawings.

Strong problem solving and lateral thinking skills.

A hands-on approach. Comfortable in the design office as well as in the workshop.

Team Player. Working coherently with other team members to deliver to the highest standards

Enthusiastic & passionate about what you do and our products - Striving to go the extra mile.

Nice to have:

Motorsport experience

Advanced driving experience

An interest in and knowledge of electric systems

Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Combined Level 2/3 Trained

Ability to read wiring diagrams and harness drawings

Knowledge and experience of ISO 9001

Generally:

Comfortable working in a structured environment, but where you have plenty of autonomy we expect everyone to be high-performing and self-managing. It's an entrepreneurial environment which keeps things interesting but isn't for everyone!

Switched on and can take the initiative, you don't need to be told what to do all the time. We want people who look for problems and solve them without being asked.

Self-motivating - you'll have full support along the way, but we won't hold your hand throughout.

Ability to use Excel / PowerPoint / Outlook. Experience in Slack is useful, but not critical

...and lots more. Being a start-up, we'd expect whoever assumes the role to have adaptability, flexibility and can-do attitude.

Current Perks

Hedley Studios Benefits & Perks:

Private healthcare including optical, dental & hearing cover with Vitality Health and its associated perks (once probation period completed).

Death in Service Insurance x 4 annual salary - coming soon

A family friendly employer offering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, flexible working patterns and hybrid working locations where possible.

25 days holiday + bank holidays with an extra day of holiday for every year of service (up to 35 days)

Share options after 6 months of service

Monthly bonus scheme with 'Extra Mile' Award

1-month unpaid leave option (after a year's service)

Members of Nest pension scheme

Members of Cycle to Work Scheme

Monthly team events

Birthday presents

Bring your dog to the office (subject to Chewie's sign off!)

Subsidized cafe lunches

Free parking on site in the beautiful Bicester Heritage site where our HQ is based - a stunning place for any car enthusiast to be based.

Keen to apply?

We want to hear from you! Please send us a covering note (maximum 400 words) with why you are the right candidate for this role. Please don't just regurgitate your CV - we are looking for a flavour of you and what you can bring Hedley Studios. Think of this as your own personal highlights reel.

Please note that if you have not heard from us one month after the closing date of the advert then on this occasion then you have not been successful. However, we will keep all applications on file and be in touch if any future roles match your skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free parking Life insurance On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sabbatical
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: PI Technician