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Vehicle Technician

Vertu Motors
Pay £28.0k–£45.8k per year
Location Plymouth
Contract time Full time

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6.7

Rated 6.7 out of 10, based on 145 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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  • People enjoy this job
  • Recommended by parents
  • Respectful managers
  • Proper training
  • Learn new skills

About Vertu Motors

Vertu Motors is a vehicle dealership for new and used cars.

Job description from Vertu Motors

Vertu Motors Volvo Plymouth

Salary of between £28,000 and £45,800 depending upon skills and experience, plus £2000 sign on bonus!

Opening in December and recruiting now, (with induction and training programmes in either Exeter or Truro).

With five Vertu Motors Volvo dealerships across the Southwest in Truro, Exeter, Barnstaple, Taunton and Yeovil, our sixth is coming to the beautiful city of Plym...


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Job insights from Breakroom

Vehicle mechanics and technicians

Vehicle mechanics repair and service cars, vans and other vehicles

What you’ll do as a vehicle mechanic and technician:

  • Drive vehicles
  • Maintenance of vehicles and tools
  • Understand mechanics and engineering
  • Responsible for health and safety
  • Ability to repair and replace parts needed

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Driving
  • Physical activities
  • Heavy lifting
  • Wearing a uniform

Map

Plymouth

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What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people are paid a living wage

    Do Vertu Motors pay vehicle technicians enough to live on?

    Most people are paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    93% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.60 per hour, and £13.85 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Good
  • Most people are paid market rates

    Do Vertu Motors pay vehicle technicians market rates?

    Most people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    80% of people are paid above average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid breaks

    Do vehicle technicians at Vertu Motors get paid breaks?

    No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    84% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get sick pay

    Do Vertu Motors pay vehicle technicians sick pay?

    No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    92% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.

    At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.

    This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.

  • Good
  • Most people don’t do unpaid extra work

    Do vehicle technicians at Vertu Motors do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    80% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.

    Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and August 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.

Hours and flexibility

    Good
  • Easy to book holiday

    How easy is it for vehicle technicians to book a holiday at Vertu Motors?

    Most people find it easy to book holiday.

    How we know this

    82% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Good
  • Most people find it easy to take sick leave

    How easy is it for vehicle technicians to take sick leave at Vertu Motors?

    Most people find it easy to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    78% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

Workplace

    Good
  • Most people feel treated with respect

    Do vehicle technicians at Vertu Motors feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    78% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2022 and October 2024.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Good
  • Most people get proper breaks

    Do vehicle technicians at Vertu Motors get proper breaks?

    Most people get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    74% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Okay
  • Some people are stressed

    Is it stressful for vehicle technicians to work at Vertu Motors?

    Some people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    63% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Good
  • Most people enjoy their job

    Do vehicle technicians at Vertu Motors enjoy their jobs?

    Most people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    76% of people report they enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

  • Okay
  • Only some people recommend their team

    Do vehicle technicians at Vertu Motors recommend working with their team?

    Only some people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    55% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Good
  • Most people get enough training

    Do vehicle technicians get enough training when they start at Vertu Motors?

    Most people got enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    69% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Good
  • Most people get support to progress

    Are vehicle technicians given support to progress at Vertu Motors?

    Most people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 71% of people report being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do vehicle technicians think Vertu Motors head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    87% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Good
  • Most people feel well informed by head office

    Do vehicle technicians feel well informed about how Vertu Motors is doing?

    Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    80% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2022 and November 2024.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

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What Vertu Motors employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    Good team of people to work work remotely

    Worst thing

    Last minute things, incorrect or missing paper work makes me unable to complete my job, unreliable systems

    4.8

    Vertu Motors Administrator, August 2024

  • Best thing

    The training

    Worst thing

    Lack of work and the structure of jobs (vhc system)

    9.2

    Vertu Motors Vehicle technician, April 2023

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  • Best thing

    I get paid

    Worst thing

    The hours

    3.4

    Vertu Motors Employee, April 2023

  • Best thing

    The people I work with

    Worst thing

    The pay and often expected to do overtime

    4.3

    Vertu Motors Apprentice technician, February 2023

  • Best thing

    Vertu is a good company, they have understanding and ability to look after staff

    Worst thing

    Stress, poor organisation

    2.3

    Vertu Motors Vehicle technician, August 2022

  • Best thing

    Just the work I do in general

    Worst thing

    Other areas of the business that require more training

    9.6

    Vertu Motors Service technician, June 2022

  • Best thing

    Stability, fixed shifts and close to home.

    Worst thing

    Disrispectful management, stress heavy job and everything is times to the second.

    2.1

    Vertu Motors Mechanic, May 2022

  • Best thing

    Helping to lead and direct one of the best teams in the motor industry. The teamwork we have.

    Worst thing

    Hours, some customer expectations,

    6.7

    Vertu Motors Employee, April 2021

  • Best thing

    Freedom on the road .

    Worst thing

    Management

    8.4

    Vertu Motors Van driver, January 2021

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