AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE WASH & PREPARATION ASSISTANT

AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLE VALETER / SERVICE WASHER & SUPPORT DRIVER

Vehicle Valeter / Service Washer & Support Driver

Location: Cambridge
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (30-minute lunch)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience (40 hours per week)

Are you someone who takes pride in presentation and enjoys working with vehicles? Do you thrive in a hands on role within a professional and supportive team?

At John Banks Group, we have built a trusted reputation across East Anglia for over five decades. With established sites in Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich, and Colchester, we continue to grow-and we are now looking for a Vehicle Valeter / Service Washer & Support Driver to join our Cambridge team.

As a Service Wash & Preparation Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring every vehicle leaving our Aftersales department meets the high standards our customers expect.

Working closely with the service and workshop teams, you will be responsible for preparing vehicles following service, maintaining site presentation, and supporting the smooth running of the department.

• Wash and prepare service vehicles to a high professional standard
• Carry out post-service clean downs ensuring vehicles are returned in excellent condition
• Assist with vehicle preparation across the service department
• Use valeting equipment and approved cleaning products safely and effectively
• Identify and report any vehicle damage or defects
• Maintain cleanliness and presentation of the service area and site
• Safely move and park vehicles on site in line with procedures
• Follow all Health & Safety guidelines and company standards

• Previous experience in vehicle valeting or service washing (preferred)
• A strong eye for detail and pride in delivering high quality work
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast paced environment
• Full UK driving licence (held for a minimum of 2 years - essential)
• A reliable, hardworking, and team-focused attitude
• Good communication skills and a positive approach

Salary as detailed

22 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 26 with service)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to a staff discount platform

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Life assurance

Employee discounts on vehicles, parts, and services

Full PPE and uniform provided

Ongoing training and development opportunities

A supportive, inclusive, and friendly working environment

John Banks Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility and a full, clean driving licence will be required.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. We thank you for your interest in John Banks Group.