At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform servicing, repairs, and diagnostics on a variety of vehicles, including electric and hybrid.
- Company: Established independent automotive garage with a strong reputation in Kent.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 22 days annual leave, PPE provided, and potential overtime.
- Other info: Long-term career growth opportunities in a supportive workshop environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and work on cutting-edge vehicle technologies while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Hands-on experience as a Vehicle Technician and strong mechanical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 45000 £ per year.
Location: Kent, South East England
Salary: £30,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–5:30 pm (one-hour lunch break)
Annual Leave: 22 working days plus bank holidays
Additional Benefits: Potential overtime, PPE provided and long-term career opportunities
Start Date: As soon as possible, although notice periods will be considered
About the Opportunity
EV Tech Recruit is working in partnership with an established, profitable independent automotive garage in Kent to recruit an experienced, multi-skilled Vehicle Technician/Mechanic. Our client has built a strong reputation for delivering reliable vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs to commercial fleet operators and private customers. The workshop handles a diverse range of petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric vehicles, including passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, from smaller commercial vans to Ford Transit-sized vehicles. Fleet maintenance forms a significant part of the business, alongside servicing and repairs for private customers. This is an excellent opportunity for a capable, hands-on technician who enjoys working across different vehicle makes, models and powertrains within an established independent workshop.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out routine servicing, preventative maintenance and general mechanical repairs.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles, within the technician's training and competence.
- Service and repair passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
- Undertake MOT preparation, inspections and associated repair work.
- Carry out repairs involving cambelts, wet belts and clutches where appropriately experienced.
- Identify additional maintenance and repair requirements.
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, efficiency and workshop safety.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure customer vehicles are completed to a high standard.
- Follow appropriate health and safety procedures, particularly when working around hybrid and electric vehicle systems.
Requirements
- Previous hands-on experience as a Vehicle Technician, Motor Mechanic or similar.
- Strong mechanical servicing, maintenance and repair capabilities.
- Experience working on a variety of vehicle makes and models.
- Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision.
- A practical, methodical approach to fault finding and repairs.
- Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
- A commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- The following would be advantageous but are not essential:
- City & Guilds Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent.
- IMI Level 2 or above in Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology.
- Experience replacing cambelts, wet belts and clutches.
- Vehicle diagnostic and electrical fault-finding experience.
- Previous experience maintaining commercial fleet vehicles.
- Familiarity with hybrid and fully electric passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not hold every desirable qualification, provided they have strong practical mechanical experience.
Salary and Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of £30,000–£45,000, depending on experience and technical capabilities.
- 22 working days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Potential opportunities for overtime.
- One-hour lunch break.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
- Opportunity to work across conventional, hybrid and electric vehicle technologies.
- Long-term career opportunities within an established independent business.
Career Development and Long-Term Opportunities
Our client is looking for more than simply someone to fill an immediate vacancy. They value reliability, technical competence, a strong work ethic and a willingness to contribute to the business over the longer term. For candidates with the right experience, leadership qualities and ambitions, there may also be opportunities to take on greater responsibilities as the business develops.
Application Process
Our client would ideally like someone to start as soon as possible but is willing to accommodate the notice period of a suitable candidate.
ATTENTION: We do not offer visa sponsorship or recruit overseas candidates. We only work with UK-based technicians who already have the legal right to work in the UK.
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