Vehicle Technician / Diagnostic Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Richmond

Salary: £36,000–£42,000 (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00am–5:30pm | Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm

Looking for a fresh start with a friendly, family-run business?

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic looking for a new opportunity where your skills are appreciated, your experience is valued and you're more than just another number?

We're recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join a well-established, family-run automotive business in Richmond, offering a competitive salary of £36,000–£42,000, depending on experience.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a friendly and professional workshop team where quality workmanship, customer satisfaction and teamwork are at the heart of the business.

With Monday–Friday working hours and an earlier finish on Fridays, this role also offers a great opportunity to enjoy a better work-life balance while continuing to develop your technical career.

If you're a skilled technician who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and wants to join a supportive working environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

• £36,000–£42,000 salary, depending on your experience and technical ability.
• Monday–Friday working pattern – enjoy your weekends free.
• Early finish every Friday at 5:00pm, giving you a head start on the weekend.
• The opportunity to join an established, family-run automotive business.
• A friendly, supportive and professional workshop environment.
• The opportunity to develop your technical knowledge and mechanical skills.
• A varied role where you can utilise your existing experience and work on a range of servicing, maintenance and repair jobs.

The Role – Vehicle Technician

As a Vehicle Technician, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day running of the workshop, carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and mechanical repairs to a consistently high standard.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out a variety of vehicle servicing, routine maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Diagnosing faults and identifying the cause of mechanical and electrical issues.
• Completing necessary repairs and replacing worn or defective components.
• Performing defined assembly operations and maintenance repairs to a high standard.
• Ensuring all work is completed efficiently and in line with relevant safety and manufacturer standards.
• Maintaining accurate records and documentation for all servicing and repair work.
• Providing technical advice, guidance and support where required.
• Working closely with colleagues to maintain an efficient and productive workshop.
• Taking pride in the quality of your workmanship and helping maintain excellent customer satisfaction.

About You

We're looking for a capable, enthusiastic and reliable technician who enjoys working in a hands-on workshop environment and takes pride in doing a job properly.

To be considered for this position, you'll need:

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – essential.
• At least two years' experience working as a Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic or within the automotive industry.
• Extensive experience working within a professional workshop environment.
• Strong mechanical knowledge, diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Good understanding of vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair procedures.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and efficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail and a professional approach.
• A positive, hardworking and team-focused attitude.
• Your own tools and toolbox.
• A full UK manual driving licence – essential. Licence checks will be carried out.

A current MOT Tester licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why make your next move?

If you're tired of working in a large, impersonal workshop and would prefer to become part of a friendly, family-run business where you can take pride in your work, this could be the ideal opportunity.

With a salary of up to £42,000, no weekend working, an early Friday finish and the opportunity to develop your skills within an established business, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your automotive career.

Apply Today – Job Reference: 54957

If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician, looking for a new opportunity in Richmond, we'd love to hear from you.

Your CV doesn't need to be up to date to get the conversation started. Get in touch for an informal discussion about the role and what you're looking for in your next move.

Contact Becky, quoting Job Reference: 54957, to find out more or apply today