Job Title: Vehicle Technician
Location: Derby, DE1
Company: auto-scan
Pay Rate: £13.85 PAYE or £18.00 Ltd Company
Duration: Initial 3-months
About Us
Auto-scan is a leading provider of quality assurance and inspection services to the automotive industry. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we partner with top automotive manufacturers to ensure the highest standards of quality and safety.
The Role
As a Technician, you will carry out hands-on mechanical and cosmetic modifications on commercial vans and 4x4s. Daily tasks include fitting pre-drilled plywood lining, applying scuff protection, and installing customer accessories such as tow bars, tie hooks, and alloy wheels.
You will drive vehicles to and from the workshop compound, follow standardized build plans (TAKT times), scan vehicle IDs, and perform final Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) to ensure all work meets dealer specifications.
This role requires a practical, mechanically minded approach and confidence using hand and power tools like spanners, wrenches, and powered screwdrivers.
You will receive full training on all assembly processes, starting with a mandatory half-day onsite driving assessment, followed by a period working alongside an experienced technician.
You will also assist with parts restocking during line stoppages to keep production moving. If you can read build instructions, follow set workflows, and take pride in quality workmanship, this role provides steady, practical work in a structured workshop environment.
WORKING HOURS
Mon - Fri Day Shift: 07:00 - 15:30
Compulsory Overtime is required to catch back production when it cannot be achieved within the standard working hours.
This is typically 1 hour per shift (Finish 16:30) but can extend up to 2 hours. Overtime requirements are communicated daily around 14:00.
Weekend Overtime is also required on an ad hoc basis to recover shortfalls against the build plan, typically, this will be a day shift on Saturday or Sunday.
Please Note: All candidates must possess valid right to work in the UK without restrictions and must undergo a standard criminal record check (DBS).
All applications will be treated in the strictest of confidence.
We are NOT able to support Visa Sponsorship for this role.
We DO NOT accept speculative CVs from Recruitment Agencies.
Requirements
- Applying Scuff Protection - Apply a templated plastic protector inside the door handle area and apply a metal protector to the inside of the door sill.
- Plywood Fit Out - Fit pre cut, pre drilled plywood boarding to the floor and inside door and side panels of commercial vans
- Vehicle Conversion - Fit various customer-selected post-production customized parts to 4x4 Vehicles such as Tow Bar, Floor and side protection panels, Tie Hooks and Alloy Wheels.
- PDI - Inspect completed vehicles to a predefined standard before release to the dealer.
- Restocking parts to production areas - This activity fills idle time during production stoppages due to parts or vehicle shortages.
Skills & Experience
- Practical Mechanical Aptitude: Mechanically minded with hands-on experience using basic hand and power tools (e.g., powered screwdrivers, spanners, wrenches, pliers, and measuring tools).
- Process & Workflow Adherence: Proven ability to read, understand, and strictly follow standardized process instruction workflows and technical build plans.
- Paced Environment: Comfortable working efficiently to set target times (TAKT time per vehicle) without compromising on quality.
- Basic Tech Literacy: Able to use handheld electronic scanners to log and track vehicle IDs throughout the production process.
- Communication: Clear verbal and written communication skills to liaise with team members and accurately complete documentation.
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Auto-scan is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
For More Information:
Visit our careers site or contact our Recruitment team at View email address on apply.workable.com
Join Auto-scan and be a part of a team dedicated to driving excellence in the automotive industry!
We are a Forces friendly employer, and welcome applications from the Armed Forces community.
Benefits
- £13.85 PAYE or £18.00 Ltd pay rate
- Premium rates apply to weekend shifts
- Excellent manufacturing facilities
- Overtime available
- Family Friendly working hours
- Free on-site secure car parking
- Collaborative team environment
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