I'm Looking For Jobs in the Motor Trade, What's The Market Like in the UK?

If you're looking for a motor trade job then the UK is probably one of the best places to be in right now. When you page through the number of positions available there is an abundance throughout the country.

Yes we did suffer with the recession, but the majority of jobs that were lost were in the factories, there still remains a demand for mechanics, managers and sales people.

Mechanical Workshops

The past two years has seen people uprooting their families and moving to where the work is and the same applies when looking for work as a mechanic in a mechanical workshop. The advantage now is that if a company is looking and you qualify, you don't have to worry because the recession is over, so companies that are still standing now will be standing in years to come, meaning you have job security.

In the workshop side of the industry you find both the larger dealerships and the smaller independent workshops are looking for the right staff members. You will need to keep an eye on the local paper and scout the internet to find the positions and bear in mind that there are a lot of people looking for this kind of work, so be sure your CV really puts your best foot forward to make an impression.

Car Sales

The car sales industry is stabilising nicely which means that companies are hiring again from secretaries and accounts managers to branch managers and sales people. This is the side of the industry that was really hard hit during the recent economic crisis, car sales plummeted which lead to job loss, but now that sales are increasing so are the positions coming available.

The majority of positions offered are at car dealerships, known brands from branch managers to sales managers and sales personnel are all positions currently being advertised on the internet.

UK Job Market

All in all the job market in the UK is definitely improving as more jobs are advertised on a daily basis. If you are looking for a position it's advisable to keep an eye on the internet and email your CV as and when they are added, also get in touch with workshops and dealerships in your area to see if they are hiring at the minute and speak to friends who are already in the industry, this will enable you to get your name on the list before they advertise.

We can expect to see even more motor trade jobs hitting the internet in the next few weeks with the holiday season and winter upon us, people are going to start repairing their vehicles, maintaining their vehicles again and buying new vehicles.

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What Does The Job of a Mechanic Entail?

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When considering to enter the motor trade industry, you may be wondering which sector of the industry to join. Maybe you want to try the workshop side where you can work with your hands or perhaps you prefer the dealership side where you can sell people their new cars. As a mechanic you will need to have good problem solving skills and enjoy working with your hands, otherwise this job is definitely not for you.

Repairs

In a workshop environment whether you work for a large car dealership or an independent company, you will need to do vehicle repairs. Cars or vans will come in on a regular basis, maybe they are even delivered by a tow truck because they have a serious mechanical problem, it is up to you to find the problem and fix it.

This is where the problem solving skills come in, you will need to have a good understanding of engines and how they work. Knowing your business can ensure that repairs are carried out quickly and effectively, enabling the customer driving away with their vehicle as good as new.

Services

Another aspect you will deal with on a daily basis is servicing. Vehicles of all kinds need to be serviced on a regular basis, this may be a minor service where you drain the oil and replace with clean. Each service must be done in a short period of time following the required guidelines to ensure optimum performance from the vehicle.

Checks

As winter takes hold of the UK more people are taking their vehicles into workshops to have them checked over for the winter months to make sure they are safe. Customers don't want to end up stuck on the side of the motorway in icy conditions. Quality checks are common in the workshop environment, it may mean test driving the vehicle, testing the tyres and checking the oil and water to see if the car can be given the all clear.

MOT Testing

Many workshops also run a MOT test centre and you may get involved in that. What this entails is to ensure that the vehicle is safe to be driven on the UK roads. There are guidelines to work by and your job will be to check to see the car meets these requirements, if not work will need to be carried out by a mechanic to make the car safe and give it the all clear for another year.

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How Much Money is There in Being a Motor Trader?

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Being a motor trader can bring in fantastic financial rewards depending on what sector of the industry you choose and how you manage your business.

As with any business, management is key. If you work hard to market yourself, increase your profits and decrease your expenses you are on the road to success. When looking at the difference between car dealerships and mechanical workshops, it's easy to see that a mechanical workshop could be the financially viable option.

People need their vehicles repaired, they need them serviced and as a legal requirement, they need to have their MOT test carried out annually. This means that mechanical workshops will have a constant flow of clientèle from repeat and referral customers to new customers.

On the other hand car dealerships that sell used cars may be financially better off than those that sell new cars. Cheaper vehicle sales may be a more viable option over the newer and expensive vehicles.

New and expensive vehicles requires most purchasers to obtain finance. These days financial institutions have become very strict in handing out credit. In fact obtaining credit can be almost impossible for many as the lending rules have chances with the financial crisis we have just experienced. So even though dealerships that sell these vehicles probably make more profit per vehicle sold, they don't sell as many vehicles as a car dealership that sells affordable second hand vehicles that a purchaser can pay for in cash.

Most people who join this industry do it because they love the industry. You find the majority of mechanics have been tinkering with vehicles since they were young, huddled up in the garage with Dad on a weekend repairing a vehicle or fixing the farm equipment when they lived in a village. Mechanics is something that has grown on them and pushed them towards this career.

As a mechanic in a company you can earn a decent salary, most workshops will offer above average salaries to those employers who are in demand. Maybe you specialise in certain vehicles or have knowledge about vehicles that none of the other employees have. This puts you in demand and takes the strain off the owner and in turn, can lead to a higher pay cheque at the end of each month.

If you really want to know how much money you can make as a motor trader then you have to think about how you manage your business and the demand for your services. These two combined can offer fantastic financial rewards in the long run.

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