Qualified Light Vehicle Technician - Level 3
Location
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/30/2026
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Occupation TypeVehicle technicians, mechanics and electricians
Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£41,700
(£21.38 per hour)
Standard minimum applies
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Description
About NVD
Founded in 1980 as a family-owned business, NVD UK was established to support vehicle manufacturers by ensuring the timely and incident-free distribution of their products. Over the years, we have become a trusted one-stop solution, delivering all three core pillars of outbound logistics: transporting, storing, and enhancing our customers’ vehicles before final delivery.
The Role
A Level 3 Automotive Technician at the National Vehicle Distribution (NVD) Southampton Workshoptypically operates within their Vehicle Preparation Centre (VPC). Unlike a standard retail garage, this role focuses on high-volume, high-standard preparation and technical rectification of new vehicles (including brands like BYD, Maxus, and Omoda) before they reach dealerships.
Key Responsibilities
Founded in 1980 as a family-owned business, NVD UK was established to support vehicle manufacturers by ensuring the timely and incident-free distribution of their products. Over the years, we have become a trusted one-stop solution, delivering all three core pillars of outbound logistics: transporting, storing, and enhancing our customers’ vehicles before final delivery.
The Role
A Level 3 Automotive Technician at the National Vehicle Distribution (NVD) Southampton Workshoptypically operates within their Vehicle Preparation Centre (VPC). Unlike a standard retail garage, this role focuses on high-volume, high-standard preparation and technical rectification of new vehicles (including brands like BYD, Maxus, and Omoda) before they reach dealerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Advanced Diagnostics & Rectification:Using computerised diagnostic tools to identify and resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults, especially on vehicles that fail their initial Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI).
- PDI & Technical Campaigns:Carrying out comprehensive inspections, safety recalls, and manufacturer-led software or hardware "campaigns".
- Specialised Technical Tasks:Executing ADAS Calibration(Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), EV battery replacement and 4-wheel alignment using specialist workshop equipment.
- Operational Excellence:Adhering to Lean methodologies(e.g., 5S) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent quality and efficiency across high-volume throughput.
- Team Leadership:Mentoring junior technicians or apprentices and leading small teams (typically pairs) to meet "Standard Hour" targets for specific jobs.
- Formal Certification:A recognised Level 3 light vehicle technician(or equivalent City & Guilds/IMI) is mandatory.
- Pension Scheme
- Death In Service Benefit
- Digital GP Service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Annual Leave Purchase Programme
- Long Service Awards
- Staff Purchase Schemes:
- Tyres
- Tools
- Bike to Work
- Discounted Gym Membership
National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race or religion, in accordance with UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.
In Ireland and the UK, the logistics and transport sector has traditionally seen lower representation of women and minority groups. NVD actively encourages applications from all backgrounds to help us build a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve.
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