Role overview

We are looking for a Prep Technician to join the Citygate Team where you will be responsible for carrying out multi-point inspections on our used vehicles. You will be able to undertake both minor and major mechanical faults (including engine repairs) and return vehicles back to manufacturer specification and standards.

Key responsibilities

Your key responsibilities as a Prep Technician will be:

• To service and repair all vehicles
• To report on all additional repair requirements as they are identified
• To make written and verbal reports on service and repair activity to the workshop controller in order to obtain authorisation
• To complete all administrative procedures (including warranty) relating to service and repair work
• To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment
• To undertake vehicle road tests when necessary
• Working to agreed time frames, and maintain a high level of productivity, whilst ensuring exceptional customer service at all times
• Responsible for carrying out pre-delivery inspections (PDI's) on new and used vehicles.

What's in it for you?

With our benefits there is something good for everyone. We're a progressive business that believes building a good team culture is not only good for everyone who works for us – but it makes a difference to how we engage with customers too. That's why when you join Citygate, you can expect to receive a wide range of impressive employee benefits including:

• Access to our in-house training academy for everyone
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Training levels 1- 4 for specific roles
• Internal career progression opportunities across our various brands and locations
• High street discounts
• Wellbeing portal
• Employee assistance programme
• Purchase, service and parts discounts
• Employee referral scheme
• Standard company benefits such as pension, life assurance cover, competitive holidays and cycle to work scheme

About You

As a Prep Technician, you will have the following skills and attributes:

• Excellent attention to Detail
• Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Full, clean UK driving licence

Why Citygate

Citygate is a highly successful, privately owned business that has grown significantly over the past twenty years to 650 employees across multiple locations including London, Berkshire, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire. We work with global brands (Volkswagen Passenger Cars, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, SEAT, CUPRA, ŠKODA and Kia), provide excellent quality training and internal progression opportunities.