PDI Technician

Hours

• Monday to Thursday, 8:30am and 5pm
• Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm
• and Saturday Mornings on a Rota Basis

Salary

• Giving OTE of £27,000

Dealership & Employer

• Simon Bailes Limited Peugeot
• Tannery Lane, Northallerton, North Yorkshire, DL7 8DS

What you get from us

• We value our technicians and offer full support and development through the manufacturer to enable you to reach your full potential.
• As well as a stable career, we offer a competitive package, consisting of a basic salary & bonus scheme.
• We will also support you along the way to complete your Peugeot Accreditation pathway.
• We offer fantastic opportunities to develop both with the Peugeot brand and within the Simon Bailes Group by giving supported training and providing an environment where we encourage personal growth.
• We offer 22 days of holiday (plus bank holidays) which increases with service along with various other benefits, including a manufacturer-backed staff car scheme and contributory workplace pension scheme.

What you’ll do:

• General Servicing and light mechanical repairs
• Getting Used Cars retail ready for resale (brakes, pads, suspension, head unit replacements – no heavy mechanics)
• Diagnose and repair vehicles following manufacturer guidelines
• PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection)
• Complete the final quality check on all vehicles, then off the car goes to have a fresh MOT licence.

What we’re looking for:

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. For this role, we’re looking for someone who:

• Has a Level 2 or 3 Vehicle Technician qualification (or equivalent experience)
• Holds a full UK driving licence
• Works well independently and as part of a busy team
• Has strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
• Is reliable, proactive and eager to grow their skills
• Previous PDI or prep experience is helpful, but not essential — training will be provided

About Simon Bailes Limited

Here at Simon Bailes, we’re looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking technician to join our team as we look to a future of growth and success of our Commercial Vehicle Department.

As part of the reputable Simon Bailes brand, you will be working in our industry-leading workshop and be involved in working on quality products with access to the best manufacturer products.

With three Peugeot-franchised dealerships in Northallerton, Stockton and Guisborough, Simon Bailes has been powering the region’s drivers for nearly half a century.

Stellantis are a leading global automotive manufacturer made up of 14 iconic automotive brands including Peugeot, Citroen, Vauxhall, Fiat, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Abarth and DS.

Stellantis UK has a national network of 795 franchised car dealerships.