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Porsche Retail Group (PRG) have an excellent opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to work for one of the world’s most iconic brands and join Porsche Centre Reading.

If you’re a fully qualified Vehicle Technician, ideally with recent dealership franchise experience, we’d love to hear from you.

So, what makes life at PRG unique?

An induction like no other. As part of your welcome, you will enjoy a day at the Porsche Experience Centre, Silverstone, where you drive a selection of Porsches on the track.
Porsche for a weekend. Once a year, for a special occasion, you will get a choice of a Porsche, at no additional cost to you.
Every staff member is treated as a brand advocate. You will be able to support events, such as the Porsche GB Carrera Cup.
Salary increases in line with progression.  As you progress your career your salary will increase at every level, and as a Porsche ‘Gold’ Master Technician, you will be eligible for a VW Group company vehicle.
That sounds exciting, but what else?

A minimum starting salary of £32,000
Monthly OTE Bonus of £1100 – option to earn up to £2,400 per month
33 days holiday, with extra for long service
Fixed hours each week - no shift patterns. Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm and 1 in 4 Saturdays on a rota basis from 8.00am to 1.00pm.
Option of a VW Group Vehicle at preferential leasing rates
Preferential rates on several products and services, including high street brands, restaurants, gyms and Porsche products
Life Assurance
Income Protection Insurance
DC Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Program - support and advice on issues impacting your wellbeing
Dedicated mental health champions
Employee representative body - your voice at work
Five full sets of work wear along with Porsche jumpers, gilets, jacket and safety boots
And what’s it actually like to work at Porsche Centre Reading?

One of the very First Destination Porsche Centre in the UK adjoining the home of Porsche in UK.
A prime location, just off the M4 with a local gym, shops, petrol station ‘next door’
Heavily subsidised restaurant and barista bar
Only 15 minutes’ drive away from the main Parts Distribution Centre for Porsche in the UK
Free car parking on site
And what about you?

We value attitude over experience and offer a comprehensive training and support programme, as you progress from Bronze Technician to Master Gold Technician
You will need a Level 3 Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent qualification, and a full driving licence
You will have the opportunity to grow through our leadership development programmes
And finally – who are we?

Headquartered in Reading alongside Porsche Cars GB Ltd, we are owned wholly by Porsche Germany. We operate five Porsche Centres, two satellite Service Centres and a Trade Parts Distribution Centre in and around London.
Our journey embodies the Porsche DNA, a love of sports cars and a passion for excellence and challenging the status quo. 
You’ll find our culture of trust, integrity, and empowerment filters through every channel of our business.
Our people have passion, thriving on a friendly rivalry that inspires all of us to be better and a genuine desire to go further for our customers and each other.
So, what's next?

Excited? We'd love to hear from you
Apply now with a copy of your CV and if selected, a member of the team will contact you for an informal chat
You’ll then meet a Master Technician or Service Manager so we can ensure the role is right for you
And don’t forget to visit our ‘socials’, just search ‘Porsche Retail Group’.
How to Apply
Please note that eRecruitSmart is advertising the role of Vehicle Technician on behalf of Porsche Retail Group.  Your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to.   Please only apply if you consent to these terms.

You must have eligibility to work in the UK.   Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted.  If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.

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