Pay & Benefits
- Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 basic per annum (positioned at the top of the market based on specialist VAG experience) | Lucrative optional overtime available
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Guaranteed weekday schedule with STRICTLY ZERO WEEKENDS)
- Perks: Paid holidays, secure company pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, premium workwear provided, and lucrative optional overtime pathways to boost annual earnings
- Training & Development: Direct access to genuine VAG factory-level online diagnostic software and performance tuning experience
- Workload: Specialized routine servicing, timing chains, cambelts, complex electrical & mechanical fault-finding, major repairs (clutches, gearboxes, suspension), and performance tuning/remapping
About Us
Located in Guildford, we are a trusted independent specialist dedicated exclusively to the servicing, diagnostics, and performance optimization of Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, and Škoda vehicles. With over 25 years of specialized expertise, we combine factory-level diagnostic capabilities with a passion-driven workshop culture that rejects high-volume dealership pressure in favor of mechanical precision, quality control, and technical excellence.
Role Overview
We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / VAG Specialist to join our premier independent workshop team in Guildford. You will perform specialized servicing, utilize factory online diagnostic platforms to isolate complex faults, carry out major drivetrain repairs, and support performance tuning projects across VAG group vehicles.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 or City & Guilds Level 3 (or time-served equivalent) with strong, proven experience on VAG group platforms (VW, Audi, SEAT, Škoda)
- Full UK driving licence (essential for road testing) & own hand tools
- Active MOT Tester licence is preferred, but not required
- F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it)
- Superior diagnostic troubleshooting skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a genuine passion for VAG engineering
Location & Commute
- Base: Guildford (Clean, modern specialist facility with free secure on-site staff parking)
- Road Links: Strategic position directly off the A3 and A31, providing fast daily commutes across Surrey and Hampshire
- Public Transport: Excellent links via Guildford mainline station alongside local regional bus routes
- Commutable From: Woking, Aldershot, Farnham, Godalming, Cranleigh, Leatherhead, Bracknell, Camberley, and surrounding local areas
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