At a Glance
- Tasks: Perform routine servicing and mechanical repairs on VAG vehicles while learning advanced diagnostics.
- Company: Join a respected automotive retail group with over 150 years of excellence.
- Benefits: Earn £28k-£30k plus bonuses, enjoy 33-38 days holiday, and no weekend work!
- Other info: Work in a modern facility with excellent career growth opportunities and flexible lunch options.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in a supportive environment with elite training and mentorship.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or 3 qualified in Vehicle Maintenance; experience in a workshop is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 30000 £ per year.
Salary: £28,000 to £30,000 basic salary tailored to your experience + Performance Bonuses with a £44,000 realistic OTE.
Location: Brighton
Hours: Monday – Friday only, Standard Workshop Hours. No Weekends!
About The Business
We are one of the most established and respected automotive retail groups in the South of England, boasting a rich history of over 150 years. Operating a modern, premier facility in Brighton, we are dedicated to technical excellence across the Volkswagen Audi Group portfolio.
We completely reject the high-pressure fast-fit grind. We offer junior and improving technicians the ideal stepping stone into a professional environment where you are treated as a valued expert, offering a clear runway to build a long-term, high-earning career at the forefront of modern German automotive technology.
The Perks (Straight to the Point)
- £28k - £30k Basic + £44k OTE: High basic salary with an accessible efficiency bonus structure.
- No Weekend Work: Clean Monday to Friday schedule only. Enjoy your weekends.
- 33 to 38 Days Holiday: Starts at 25 days paid leave + 8 Bank Holidays, rising up to 38 days total based on service.
- Fast-Track Mentorship: Work daily alongside Senior and Master Technicians who will actively train you.
- Elite VAG Training: Fully funded pathways at the manufacturer UK training center covering advanced diagnostics and EV specialisms.
- Health & Protection: Healthcare cash plan, discounted private health insurance, Life Assurance, and company pension.
- Extra Benefits: Exclusive staff car benefit schemes, group-wide discounts, and flexible 1-hour lunch options.
The Earning Structure (How You Make Money)
- Time Saved Bonus: Paid out on all invoiced hours exceeding standard efficiency baselines.
- Weekly Performance Bonus: Earn an extra £50.00 weekly bonus simply by ensuring all attended hours are successfully invoiced.
- Car Sourcing Bonus: Pocket an extra £50.00 bonus for any vehicle purchase sourced directly from a customer.
- Overtime: Additional hours are fully paid in line with company policy to further maximize your take-home pay.
What You'll Be Doing
- Carrying out routine servicing, brake replacements, suspension work, and fundamental mechanical repairs across the VAG vehicle lineup.
- Assisting senior workshop members with advanced diagnostic routines and specialized VAG platform software.
- Working efficiently to optimize your Time Saved Bonus while maintaining strict manufacturer quality standards.
- Collaborating alongside a supportive team of service advisors and workshop colleagues.
- Ensuring flawless workshop health, safety, and housekeeping standards are maintained across your bay.
Are You The One? (Requirements)
- Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
- Experience: Previous experience inside a professional workshop, independent garage, or fast-fit center. Exposure to VAG brands is a bonus, but not essential.
- Skills: Confident with fundamental mechanical repairs, routine servicing, and a strong desire to learn advanced diagnostics.
- Must hold a full UK driving licence.
Commutable Locations
Our Brighton facility is perfectly located for a quick, straightforward daily drive from across East and West Sussex:
- Hove & Portslade (5-10 mins)
- Shoreham-by-Sea & Lancing (15 mins)
- Lewes & Falmer (15 mins)
- Peacehaven & Newhaven (20 mins)
- Burgess Hill & Haywards Heath (20-25 mins)
- Worthing (25 mins)
Apply Now
Stop doing nothing but tyres and exhausts and step into a professional role backed by over 150 years of automotive excellence. Click apply today to start a 100% confidential conversation with our management team. We respond to all applicants within 24 to 48 hours.
Please Note: Every application is handled with absolute discretion. We know the local trade is a close-knit community, so we will never contact your current employer or mention your application to anyone without your explicit permission.
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