MOT Qualified Tester

We are looking for an additional qualified MOT Tester to join our service team at Arden Tunbridge Wells.  

The key purpose of the role:

To carry out MOT Testing as specified on the job cards and suggesting additional work that may need attention, and maintain all the necessary paperwork and computer updates for each MOT Test performed

To accept the BMW/MINI UK continual development programme with a view to attaining the ATA qualifications, and thereafter maintaining ATA Technician Certification.

• working to a reasonable time schedule, compared to Arden MOT time allocations

• always test fully according to the Ministry Standards

• carrying out repairs and replacing damaged parts to manufacturer standards and using BMW/MINI instructions where instructed

• road testing the vehicle to check any repair work is satisfactory, where applicable

• carrying out standard servicing and checks to the BMW / MINI schedules

• keep the work area and all workshop equipment clean and tidy at all times. (Sweep up and pick all litter as required)

• Ensure all keys are securely placed in the key cabinet

• Report any damage to vehicles caused by vehicle movement immediately to your line manager

About us:

Arden Group is an established and growing automotive independent in the UK, with offices in Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone Kent. The company has two successful retailers - each offering sales, service and parts facilities.  The business offers career opportunities, state of the art showrooms, service centres, training resources and very competitive earnings packages.

If you see yourself in the above position and would like to find out more about what it is like to be part of the Arden Group, please apply now!

Thank you for submitting your CV for the vacancy. For further information regarding Arden Group and BMW Group UK please visit our websites.

We will be assessing the applications over the next month and will be contacting the shortlisted candidates for interviews thereafter.  Should you not hear back within 30 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.  You are welcome to re-apply for any future roles advertised on our websites or via the internet. 

Please note, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation which is in effect from 25^th May 2018, your CV will be held for no longer than six months in our records, after which time it will be securely destroyed unless you are successful in securing employment with us, in which case it will form part of your employment record.

Ahead of being invited to an initial interview, you may be required to complete tasks that assist us in the fair shortlisting of candidates.  These tasks will vary depending on the vacancy, but usually include a maths and a written exercise and a department specific task. Those candidates meeting the necessary standards and criteria will then be invited to participate in the recruitment process.

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