Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – Proper Independent Garage in Bolton

The Package

• Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per year
• Holiday: 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension: Company pension scheme
• Training: Ongoing professional training pathways (happy to support with qualifications including MOT licence, Electric & Hybrid, and Air Con)
• Parking: Free on-site parking
• Hours: Worked on a rota basis

What You’ll Be Doing

In this hands‑on workshop role, you will work across an exceptionally diverse lineup of vehicles to ensure every job is executed to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting routine servicing, scheduled maintenance, and high-quality mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Diagnosing complex vehicle faults efficiently using up‑to‑date diagnostic equipment.
• Performing comprehensive safety inspections, health checks, and mechanical troubleshooting.
• Maintaining precise records of work completed and communicating effectively with the service team regarding parts and timelines.
• Collaborating with a friendly, professional, and close‑knit crew of technicians to minimize vehicle turnaround times.

What We Are Looking For

• No formal qualifications required—we value proven workshop experience, confidence on the tools, and strong mechanical know-how above anything else.
• Solid experience in vehicle servicing, general repairs, and fault diagnosis.
• A proactive team player with excellent time‑management skills and a commitment to high workmanship standards.
• The adaptability to work efficiently across various vehicle makes, models, and systems.

Commutable Locations

Our workshop is located in Bolton and is within a 15‑mile commute of the following locations:

• Bury
• Wigan
• Manchester
• Salford
• Leigh
• Rochdale
• Blackburn
• Chorley