At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair luxury vehicles while learning from experienced technicians.
- Company: Join a premium automotive retail group in a state-of-the-art facility.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £30,000 salary, generous leave, and no weekend work.
- Other info: Confidential application process ensures your current employer won't be contacted.
- Why this job: Fast-track your career with elite machinery and 1-on-1 mentorship.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2/3 in Vehicle Maintenance and 1+ years workshop experience.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Salary: £30,000 guaranteed basic salary | £45,000 realistic OTE (Onboarding salary guarantees available)
Location: Brighton (Ultra-modern facility with free parking)
Hours: Monday – Friday ONLY (Standard workshop hours) – Strictly No Weekends!
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
About Us
We are a highly successful, privately owned premium automotive retail group representing iconic luxury British brands across the South Coast. Operating from an ultra-modern, state-of-the-art facility in Brighton—featuring a stunning drive-through showroom, we reject the high-pressure fast-fit grind. We give junior and improving technicians a clear runway to step up from volume cars and build a long-term, high-earning career with prestige machinery.
Why Join?
- £30,000 Guaranteed Basic: Solid starting salary with an accessible, high-earning bonus scheme yielding £45,000 OTE.
- Onboarding Salary Protections: Guaranteed salary protections available while adapting to our bonus systems—zero earnings drop during transition.
- Zero Weekends: Strictly Monday to Friday schedule. Keep your weekends 100% to yourself.
- Fast-Track Brand Training: Tailored induction and brand accreditation programme—no prior luxury brand experience required.
- State-of-the-Art Workshop: Command pristine, newly equipped bays, advanced diagnostic suites, and a drive-through setup.
- Generous Leave & Tech: 25 days paid holiday + Bank Holidays from day one, plus fully funded Hybrid/EV high-voltage training.
Why This Position Is Different
- Elite Machinery: Move away from basic tyre and exhaust swapping to work on premier, high-value luxury SUVs and performance vehicles.
- 1-on-1 Mentorship: Work daily alongside Senior and Master Technicians who actively mentor and support you through complex diagnostic routines.
- Clear Career Runway: A progressive, supportive environment designed to transition you smoothly into a fully certified diagnostic specialist.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Carrying out routine servicing, brake replacements, suspension overhauls, and general repairs to strict manufacturer standards.
- Assisting senior technicians with advanced diagnostic troubleshooting using specialized brand platform software.
- Completing precise Vehicle Health Checks (VHCs) and clear digital video assessments for clients.
- Meeting fair productivity targets while maintaining a total commitment to right-first-time fix quality.
- Keeping your dedicated bay environment organized, clean, and compliant with safety standards.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).
- 1+ years of professional workshop experience (independent garage, volume dealer, or fast-fit center) with a desire to step up to prestige.
- Confident with core mechanical repairs and eager to master complex diagnostic systems.
- Must hold a full UK driving licence.
Commutable Locations
Conveniently situated in Brighton with easy, straightforward road links across Sussex:
- Hove & Portslade: 5–10 mins
- Lewes: 15 mins
- Worthing & Lancing: 20 mins
- Burgess Hill: 20 mins
- Newhaven & Seaford: 25 mins
- Haywards Heath: 25 mins
Please Note: Candidate Confidentiality is 100% Guaranteed. Every application is handled with absolute discretion. We know the local Sussex trade is a close-knit community; we will never contact your current employer or mention your application to anyone without your explicit permission.
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