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Vehicle Mechanic

The day to day duties, tasks, and responsibilities of auto mechanics are stated in the following job description example:

  • Diagnose and detect mechanical faults in cars manually or by the use of computer diagnostic programs

  • Examine vehicle parts to ensure that they are working perfectly

  • Maintain and repair vehicles for customers

  • Assist customers in carrying out routine maintenance on vehicles, such as changing oil, lubricating frictional car parts and tightening bots and nuts

  • Help customers in buying quality car parts for replacement

  • Replaced damaged or worn-out car parts

  • Keep customers informed on the condition of the car, problems detected, and cost of repair

  • Answer customers’ inquiries and render advice on vehicle maintenance

  • Ensure safety of vehicles brought in for repair

  • Test drive each vehicle after repair.

​East Anglia in the East of England comprises the four counties of Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex and is close to London. It is well-connected with Europe and the rest of the world through London Stansted Airport, the International Gateway to the East of England. There is also Norwich International Airport and London Southend Airport. The region has an excellent rail service with Greater Anglia, including the Stansted Express.

A recent report shows that East Anglia is home to three out of five of the fastest-growing city economies in the UK. Cambridge topped the list, with Ipswich second and Norwich fifth nationally according to The UK Powerhouse study.

The report reveals that Ipswich had the second-highest rate recorded of GVA growth rate (a measure of the value of goods and services produced) in the UK in the first three months of the year (2.5%), while Norwich enjoyed a growth rate of 2.4%.

Looking forward, the report also predicts the three locations will maintain their top 10 positions by the final quarter of 2028.

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