Technical EV Support Specialist (Automotive)
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Job Summary
Job: Technical EV Support Specialist (Automotive)
Location: UK Port-Based (Southampton)
Salary: Up to 60000 basic 15% bonus potential
Hours: Monday to Friday
We are working with a fast-growing automotive organisation entering and expanding within the UK market and we are looking to appoint a Technical EV Support Specialist to support vehicle operations at key port locations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong automotive professional with EV experience to take ownership of vehicle quality diagnostics and on-site technical support within a high-volume logistics environment.
The Role
As Technical EV Support Specialist you will take full responsibility for ensuring all vehicles processed through port terminals meet required quality and compliance standards. You will play a critical role in maintaining operational efficiency supporting suppliers and resolving technical challenges on-site.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) process at port locations ensuring strict adherence to vehicle storage and inspection standards
Oversee EV high-voltage safety checks battery condition monitoring and controlled charging processes
Provide hands-on technical support including diagnostics and complex fault resolution on-site
Deliver technical guidance and coaching to 3rd party workshop and inspection teams
Take ownership of urgent vehicle quality issues ensuring minimal disruption to operations and delivery schedules
Monitor and manage vehicle rework repair progress and defect rectification to meet turnaround targets
Maintain accurate quality records and warranty submissions via internal systems
Produce regular performance and fault analysis reports identifying trends and recommending improvements
Ensure supplier compliance with processes standards and reporting requirements
About You
Fully qualified automotive technician with strong hands-on diagnostic experience
Proven experience working with EVs and high-voltage systems (certification essential)
Background in OEM dealership aftersales or port operations highly desirable
Confident using automotive diagnostic tools OEM systems and workshop equipment
Strong Excel skills for tracking reporting and analysis
Able to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment
Effective communicator capable of managing supplier relationships and performance
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Whats on Offer
Basic salary up to 60000
15% annual bonus potential
Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding automotive business
Key role with high visibility and impact on UK operations
Tax-efficient company car (employee contribution of 175 per month)
Option to add up to 3 vehicles on the company car scheme for family and friends
Pension scheme: Employee contributes 5% employer contributes 7%
Life insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hybrid working model
Excellent long-term career development opportunities
Requirements
Fully qualified automotive technician with strong hands-on diagnostic experience
Proven experience working with EVs and high-voltage systems (certification essential)
Background in OEM dealership aftersales or port operations highly desirable
Confident using automotive diagnostic tools OEM systems and workshop equipment
Strong Excel skills for tracking reporting and analysis
Able to work independently in a fast-paced operational environment
Effective communicator capable of managing supplier relationships and performance
Highly organised with strong attention to detail and data accuracy
Benefits
Basic salary up to 60000
15% annual bonus potential
Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding automotive business
Key role with high visibility and impact on UK operations.
Tax-efficient company car (employee contribution of 175 per month)
Option to add up to 3 vehicles on the company car scheme for family and friends
Pension scheme: Employee contributes 5% employer contributes 7%
Life insurance
Critical illness insurance
Hybrid working model
Excellent long-term career development opportunities
Required Skills:
Vehicle Technician Level 3 in vehicle Maintenance EV Trained
Required Education:
Vehicle TechnicianLevel 3 in vehicle Maintenance EV Trained
