Pay & Benefits
- Salary: Up to £45,000 basic per annum (reliable, fixed base pay tailored to experience)
- Hours: Monday to Friday, standard workshop hours (NO WEEKENDS)
- Perks: Total technical autonomy, on-site training facilities, clean and professional workshop, and a supportive, expert-led team
- Training & Development: Fully funded pathways for EV/Hybrid systems and advanced diagnostic development
- Workload: Serving as the shop floor's senior technical authority across petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles, advanced electrical fault-finding, major mechanical repairs, and mentoring junior technicians
About Us
We are a trusted technical authority in the region, offering a busy, independent alternative to corporate main-dealer pressure in Winchester. While our workload is diagnostic-heavy, blending complex electrical fault-finding with core mechanical repairs and servicing, we give our senior technicians total autonomy, top-tier platforms, and the freedom to solve problems properly without corporate micromanagement.
Role Overview
Seeking an experienced Senior Vehicle Technician / Diagnostic Specialist to join our established Winchester workshop team. You will be responsible for conducting advanced electrical fault-finding, interpreting CAN bus communications and live data, handling complex mechanical repairs, and acting as the technical go-to for the workshop.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
- Proven track record as a Senior or Diagnostic Technician with expert electrical and mechanical skills.
- Independent problem-solving mindset and a collaborative approach to supporting colleagues.
- Full UK driving licence & own hand tools (EV/Hybrid certifications are a big bonus!).
Location & Commute
- Base: Winchester (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategic position offering fast, direct commutes across Hampshire via the M3 and A34.
- Public Transport: Excellent connections via Winchester mainline station and local bus routes.
- Commutable From: Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford, Andover, and Basingstoke.
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