CURRENT VACANCIES AT BRIDGEND FORD

Workshop Technician

You will be working for a dynamic, progressive and privately owned Ford Dealer in Bridgend, South Wales.

We are currently looking for a driven, knowledgeable technician to join our experienced team of commercial technicians within the Service Department; specialising in Ford light commercial vehicles. The successful candidate will be a be a team player who works well under pressure and has a passion for both customer service and keeping up to date with the latest automotive technologies.

The main purpose of this role is to diagnose faults and defects in vehicles presented to the workshop and to undertake with due care, skill and diligence all requisite repairs and replacements where necessary to the industry highest standard.

The successful candidate will:

• be qualified to Level 3 (City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
• have 3+ years of workshop experience
• have the ability to work within given timescales
• be capable of tackling all aspects of vehicle repairs and servicing
• be familiar with current diagnostic equipment
• possess an aptitude of technical skills
• be required to maintain a safe and productive work environment
• own a stocked tool box
• have the ability to communicate with a diverse work group
• have a positive attitude and excellent work ethic
• Hold a Cat C UK / EU Driving Licence with no more than 6 points

Desirable but not essential:

have a sound understanding of vehicle electrics

Working Hours:

Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:00

Saturday’s (1 in 3) 08:30 – 17:00

Salary: Dependent on experience + bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Send your CV to info@bridgendford.co.uk

Product Specialist

We are a family owned, franchised Ford dealer based in Bridgend, South Wales. As well as catering for Service, Parts, Used car and Commercial vehicle customers, we have a strong New Car Sales team that is looking for Product Specialists to work in a fast-paced environment and strengthen our team. In recent months we have set our sights on conquest business which has enabled us to increase our market share in Bridgend, and you will be instrumental in building and maintaining strong relationships with our customers, and showcasing our award-winning range of vehicles.

You will have the following qualities;

• Love dealing with people
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Excellent communication
• Good telephone manner
• Ability to gather and retain information
• Ability to quickly and easily build rapport
• Excellent at asking questions
• Comfortable and confident with IT
• Motivated self-starter
• Flexible with schedule, working hours based on the needs of the business including weekends
• Organised and structured
• Process driven
• Excellent time keeping
• Ability to gel with a team
• Full UK driving licence (no more than 6 points)

As a product specialist you will be responsible for handling customer enquiries generated online and via the phone, within a specific timeframe, and converting these enquiries into appointments. During these visits you will quickly build rapport with our customers by taking a genuine interest in them, and asking relevant questions in order to identify their needs and wishes. You will present our fabulous range of vehicles and provide a thorough vehicle presentation and demonstration drive to assist our customers in identifying the correct vehicle for their needs.

In return we can offer excellent rates of remuneration to the right candidates.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £20,000.00 to £23,000.00 /year

Send your CV to info@bridgendford.co.uk

Mobile Service Van Technician

37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday

Some Saturdays where required. Call outs on a rota basis

Motivated and Enthusiastic Mobile CV Technician/ Mobile Technician / Mobile Mechanic

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mobile CV Technician/ Mobile Technician / Mobile Mechanic Mobile service van technician to join a thriving workshop and be part of a forward-thinking company that looks after their employees.

The Mobile CV Technician/ Mobile Technician / Mobile Mechanic / service van technician role involves:

You will be required to undertake all aspects of maintenance, routine servicing and mechanical inspections along with MOT preparation. Auto Electrical experience would be beneficial but not essential.

We are looking for a Service Van Technician who has detailed experience of commercial vehicles along with Car experience and who also has industry recognised qualifications (City & Guilds or NVQ Level three Ensure all paperwork is completed.

£21,000.00 to £25,000.00 /year

If you are interested in joining our thriving, forward thinking Team here at Bridgend Ford, please send your CV to Rob Hallett (Service Manager) - robert@bridgendford.co.uk

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