Careers at Fordthorne

We’re a family run business with strong values and principles towards our staff and customers. If you’re passionate about the vehicle industry or have relevant experience that can help us grow the business further, alongside providing an excellent customer experience, we’d love to hear from you.

If you’re interested in working with us then apply for any live jobs below, or send us a cover letter and CV if we have nothing available at this time, we can then notify you of any relevant new positions when they come available.

Fordthorne jobs careers

Vacancies

Technician

Technician Vacancy

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new dealership, Omoda & Jaecoo in addition to our Ford franchise and are seeking skilled Qualified or Time-Served Technicians to join our dedicated team at our workshop on Penarth Road, Cardiff.

£24,538.80-£35,000.00 per year

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform service and repair work on a variety of vehicle makes and models.
  • Prepare new and used cars for sale.
  • Adhere to all safety and quality standards.
  • Participate in training Apprentices.

Qualifications:

  • Experience with all vehicle makes and models is essential.
  • Ford experience is advantageous for this role.
  • Light Vehicle Qualification or equivalent time-served experience.
  • Full Driving Licence with an acceptable record.
  • Computer literacy.

Additional Opportunities:

  • We offer funding for MOT Training and Refresher courses for employees interested in becoming certified MOT Testers.
  • EV Training available.
  • Specialised training for Omoda & Jaecoo vehicles.
  • Additional training opportunities with Ford

Hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30 am to 5.15 pm. Saturday (overtime paid at time and a half): 8.30 am to 12.30 pm on a Rota basis

Location Requirements:

Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate to Cardiff before starting work.

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Life insurance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount
  • Health & wellbeing programme

Join us to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. If you meet the qualifications and are eager to contribute to our team, we would love to hear from you.

Motor Vehicle Technician

Mechanic/Vehicle Technician Vacancy

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technician to join the team at our modern Transit Centre workshop on Penarth Road, Cardiff.

£27,000- £32,000 per year + uncapped bonus

Essential Skills:

  • Light Vehicle Qualification / Time Served also accepted
  • Full Driving Licence with an acceptable record.
  • Computer Literate
  • Good verbal and written English skills
  • Ability to maintain a safe and productive work environment.

Desirable Skills:

  • MOT Tester (We will fund MOT Training /Refresher courses for employees who wish to become MOT Testers).
  • Main dealer Experience

Working Environment & benefits:

  • A friendly, modern and safe working environment
  • A competitive salary and bonus structure
  • Rewarding Bonus Scheme
  • Training and continued support
  • A wide range of corporate discounts
  • Long service awards
  • Uniform provided
  • Length of service rewarded with additional holidays.
  • Parts purchasing discount.
  • Manufacturer training
  • Access to courses for professional development

Hours: 7.30am to 4.15 pm Monday to Friday or 8.30am to 5.15pm or 9.15am to 6pm

Saturday (Overtime at time and a half paid) on a Rota 8.30 to 12.30 (Currently 1 in 4)

Individual time saved bonus – Uncapped

30 Days Holidays (Inc 8 Bank Holidays)

Salary negotiable depending on experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Life insurance
  • Private medical insurance
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus scheme
  • Commission pay
  • Performance bonus

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: One location

AutoElectrican / Diagnostic Technician

AutoElectrican  / Diagnostic Technician

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Diagnostic Vehicle Technician / Auto-Electrician to join our growing multi-franchise diagnostic centre. Offering a fantastic basic salary and bonus structure with a excellent opportunity for you to be able to progress within a multi-franchise, family owned business.

  • Opportunity to progress within a well-established company

Key responsibilities:

  • Carrying out in depth diagnostics on vehicles to the highest standards, including diagnosis of electrical and electronic problems
  • Liaising with customers on technical/product issues
  • Attend training and keeping up-to-date with product knowledge
  • Deal with complex queries from other Technicians

Key requirements:

  • NVQ Level 3 or City and Guilds qualification /Proven “Time Served” also acceptable in lieu of formal qualifications.
  • A strong background in diagnostic repair
  • A full UK Driver’s Licence – With acceptable record
  • Methodical problem-solving skills
  • The ability to accurately follow written and verbal instructions
  • The ability to quickly grasp new vehicle technologies
  • Able to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team

Holidays

22 Days Holiday (Rising to 27 with long service) plus 8 days Bank Holiday

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

  • Bonus scheme

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • Private dental insurance
  • Referral programme
  • Sick pay
  • Store discount
  • Transport links

Hours:

 

Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5.15pm

 

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In Person

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