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I've recently seen a number of posts from Automotive Technicians who are unhappy with their own work situation and considering leaving their role or the industry.   I'd really like to build a picture of how Technicians feel in general about their current role (both from those who are happy and those who aren't), what attracts them to want to work with a particular company or brand, what prompts them to look for alternative jobs and, if they are looking to move, where they are looking to move to. After all, Technicians are critical in delivering the experience customers have and they deserve consideration and understanding.   I could make some assumptions, having started my career as a Technician, but that was quite a while ago and I'd rather hear it from those in that position now.   With that in mind, I have a short, completely anonymous survey to help me build an initial picture and that will enable me, in my position with a manufacturer, to figure out what actions I could take to attract people to this role and ensure they get what they need from it.   Feel free to share this post or survey link with your network and specifically any Automotive Technicians, and thanks in advance to any who take the time to provide input. https://lnkd.in/dqfGAk4n

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Hiring managers in automotive, are you struggling to hire technicians? The most common role I help clients in the automotive sector with is vehicle technicians🔧 The Institute of the Motor Industry forecasts a shortage of up to 160,000 technicians by 2031, mainly due to a shortage of skills. Now, there is a wide variety of technicians, from HGV, EV, Workshop and Mobile 🚗 However, most of the companies I speak with are simply advertsing across one job board, their website and social media and that's it, they can access a much wider network of talent directly. Due to the demand/scarcity of candidates, they are likely to hire via agencies, ultimately increasing the cost per hire.💰 The clients we have worked with have found they get far more engagement as we advertise across the 6 top performing job boards, ensuring that our client's roles are in front of the majority of active candidates. In addition, we help those businesses to engage with the passive candidate market. So, if you are looking to hire vehicle technicians and are considering alternative hiring methods, drop me a DM and we can run through in detail.📩 #automotivejobs #hiring #jobs

The poll has come to an end and the results are in!📊 Here are a few reasons why the question asked matters: 1️⃣ Clarity for Both Parties: Establishing a clear initial contract duration ensures that both parties understand the commitment from the get-go. It's the foundation for a transparent and mutually beneficial partnership. 2️⃣ Career Planning: For vehicle technicians, knowing the initial contract duration is vital for career planning. It allows them to make informed decisions about their professional trajectory, growth, and development. 3️⃣ Industry Standards: Exploring this question helps us understand the current industry standards. Are short-term contracts becoming more prevalent? Or is there a trend towards longer-term commitments? Let's kick off a discussion! 🚀 What are your thoughts on the initial duration of contracts for vehicle technicians? Have you encountered any challenges or found innovative solutions in your experience? If you are looking for a role as a vehicle technician or looking for a vehicle technician to support your workshop - call me on 07759 124256 or email me ellie.mcguinness@venatu.co.uk #AutomotiveIndustry #Contracting #VehicleTechnicians #CareerDevelopment #IndustryInsights

⚡When I worked for Van Horn Automotive Group, one thing was clear. The marketing department rarely suffered from a lack of creativity. This year, tasked with recruiting the highly valued auto tech, this commercial was the first one out of the can. Not only does Matt Stone 💻🎨 make his acting debut, but he gets to put the waders on at the same time. 😎 Anyone in automotive knows that recruiting and retaining auto techs is not easy, but that part is handled by someone else. Creating awareness, excitement and curiosity through messaging is for the marketing people. It's a pretty good message. 🎉 Putting all the marketing minds together and working with great crews like 3barn, make cool things happen. Can't wait to see the next one. #vanhornautos #marketing #automotive #recruiting

What is work? There is a truth where living is not free. Do you work for a paycheck or is it something you enjoy arriving everyday? I used to be a fleet technician for a construction company. I can’t say I loved the position or hated it. To be honest, I didn’t have the greatest boss. My passion for automotive mechanical slipped. I hated my job and that reflected me as a person. My wife saw that I needed a change, and did she put me in the right direction. I started being a calibration technician for a bio pharmaceutical company. The pay was better but I was also starting to feel at home. Before the transition, this company was known as Masy BioServices. Without details of my personal life, this company saved me. I was happy with my job. If I am going to be honest, there is a time I hit the unhappy spot again. And by all means, it was not the company. It was a hidden message that I needed change. I love metrology but I did not want to travel anymore. This is where I found a position at Bristol Myers Squibb. This is a place I call my second home. If you have read this far into the post, it’s not always about the money. The past 3 positions I listed, i made stupid money to easily live off of if I stayed. The moral is that you need to find a place where you are happy. If you are happy with your job, the company will strive. Good emotions=execution of work. Zero slack, zero “I don’t want to do this”. You need to grind and work hard for you want in life. A company where you are happy, is worth every single second of happiness.

In the UK, a new report from the The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) shows that the automotive aftermarket continues to face multiple challenges when it comes to filling staff vacancies. The IMI believes the shift in automotive technology – EVs and ADAS - has intensified the challenges faced by the sector, with 52% of job postings in January 2024 seeking Vehicle Technicians, Mechanics, and Electricians. Steve Nash, CEO at the IMI said: "The gap between vacancies in automotive and all other UK sectors highlights the multitude of unique and ongoing challenges we face. With our sector currently facing around 23,000 vacancies, it’s critical that everything is done to encourage more job seekers to consider a role in automotive".