Motor Trade Recruitment in 2013

After a rather disappointing few years in the motor trade recruitment news thanks to the recession which took a grip on the country, things are definitely on the up and up. After we saw so many people losing their jobs and businesses within the industry closing their doors, it's a welcome break to see new jobs hitting the job boards, more companies opening their doors for new employees and more people joining the industry.

Already this year two major vehicle manufacturers have announced that they will be recruiting over one thousand employees between them, a huge improvement to what we have seen in recent years.

As far as internships go, this is also on the rise with the government assisting the smaller companies and enabling them to take on interns, adding more people to this top industry in the UK.

As you probably know the vehicle industry is a huge business here in the UK from the manufacturing plants to the mechanical workshops and from the MOT centres to the car dealerships. These sectors of the industry are constantly needing employees to push the businesses forward and as we see more and more companies getting their finances in order and planting their feet firmly on the ground we can expect to see more jobs coming available in the coming months.

Where to Look

If you are already working in the industry and want a change or you have just completed college and are looking for your first job, then there are a few options available to you. The internet is often the best resource when looking for work in the industry.

The internet provides a host of job sites and advertising available positions on these sites is an affordable way for businesses to find new recruits. Keep your eye on the job sites, check for suitable positions in your area and have your CV ready to be emailed in the blink of an eye.

Remember that when applying for one of these positions you are probably one in a hundred applicants, you need your CV to stand out. Keep it short and to the point, highlight your abilities and accomplishments and ensure that your CV says why you are the best choice for the job.

When it comes to motor trade recruitment this year you can expect a lot of companies hiring again, it's being abreast with the developments, knowing what jobs are coming on the job sites and keeping your CV up to date and ready to send that will help you get your foot in the door for that important interview.

Motor Trade Jobs – Could it be Your Future?

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Are you looking for a different career path? Maybe something you have always enjoyed and has been a hobby up to now? Those interested in making their hobbies a career whether it's restoring cars, making family cars run smoothly again or selling cars, the motor trade jobs advertised could be your ticket to a new future.

Everyone at some stage in their careers decide it's time for a change, some stay within their chosen industry put pursue a different avenue, those working on vehicles may choose to sell vehicles instead or those restoring cars may choose mechanics for a change.

Whatever your reason for changing careers whether you are already in the industry or have just obtained your degree, there are ways to secure your future in your chosen career.

Where to Find Recruitment Adverts?

The first step is knowing where to find the employment adverts, where companies advertise for your chosen career. Many will choose online sites because they are the most affordable.

There are a host of recruitment sites for all industries online, it's finding the ones that meet your needs. There are free sites such as Gumtree, where you will often find positions according to area, this ensures you are able to get to and from work with ease. Have your CV ready and get it emailed through as soon as possible, work is in demand at the moment so for every position there are a lot of applicants.

Have a look through the job boards online, there is a choice of work sites offering a recruitment section from the online magazines in your area to dedicated job boards. Again be ready to pounce the minute you see a suitable position come online, as there are always a choice of applicants for each position.

Your CV

It's important that your CV makes a good first impression. Think about it from the recruiters point of view, they have advertised a position and the email is jamming up with applications. They need to read through each application to decide who to call in for an interview.

Your CV should be short and to the point, highlight your abilities and areas where you feel you can benefit the company. Read the posting carefully and ensure that your CV covers exactly what they are looking for.

This is your first impression to a possible employer, you need to showcase yourself to the fullest to show that you can do the job and you are the best candidate for the position.

Check the motor trade jobs websites a few times a day and respond promptly to any that you feel suits your needs and abilities.

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 Do I Need To Study To Get a Job In The Motor Trade?

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If you are thinking of joining the motor trade the sector you are interested in will determine what you need to study. Bear in mind that this industry doesn't only relate to vehicle repairs, there are sales, accounts, dealership management, restoration and so much more.

Vehicle Sales

If you are interested in selling cars either for a large dealership or opening your own smaller independent business, then a sales degree of some kind can be useful, but not essential.

For vehicle sales you need confidence, a good knowledge of cars and superior communication and organisational skills. Many school leavers turn to car sales to make an income without any sales or marketing degree, you are able to get ahead without them, but an additional degree can be useful to help you close the deal.

Management

Many of the larger dealerships are looking for branch managers to run their stores. This requires a management degree and the ability to manage staff, communicate effectively and delegate. As a manager you will be responsible for the entire branch, meeting sales targets, managing both sales and administrative staff and dealing with customer complaints and problem solving.

Bookkeepers and Accountants

An accounting degree is essential if you want to work for one of the larger companies. All businesses need accountants but the larger companies will hire in-house accountants and if you are interested in joining this sector you will need an accounting degree.

Workshop

If you love restoring old cars or fixing new cars a mechanical engineering degree can be useful but not always essential. Many schools offer mechanics as an additional subject, so if you really want to get your foot in the door this is a good place to start.

If you have been a person that has always spent your weekends fixing up old bangers in your garage, then you can get away with not having a degree, not all workshops find this essential as long as you know engines, can problem solve and can carry out the repairs effectively.

In many cases throughout the industry you are able to find intern ships where you can learn as you work, even though you will be paid substantially less than someone who is already qualified, it's a wonderful opportunity to get your feet wet.

If you are able to get an intern ship you are able to work and study at the same time, or maybe help out after school on certain days. These intern ships can often lead to full time employment once you are qualified, but the advantage is that you gain valuable hands on experience while you study to enter the motor trade job market.

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