At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair vehicles using modern tools in a supportive workshop environment.
- Company: Top-rated independent automotive specialist in Bristol with a focus on quality and employee development.
- Benefits: Earn £35,000 – £40,000, enjoy guaranteed weekends off, and access ongoing training.
- Other info: Work in a clean, modern garage with a strong focus on safety and quality.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team where your skills are respected and career growth is encouraged.
- Qualifications: NVQ/IMI Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and at least 1 year of hands-on experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Looking for a stable, long-term technical career with a highly rated automotive specialist? We are hiring an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy workshop team in Bristol. We provide a modern, clean, and fully equipped garage environment where your diagnostic expertise and repair skills are genuinely respected, supported, and rewarded with zero weekend shifts.
The Rewards
- Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
- Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30—enjoy stable, permanent weekday hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
- Training & Development: Manufacturer-specific training and ongoing skills support to future-proof your career.
- Perks & Culture: Work in a highly rated, professional workshop with outstanding customer reviews, clear progression pathways, secure company pension scheme, and a friendly, supportive team atmosphere.
About Us
Located in Bristol, we are a premier independent automotive service and repair specialist known for high-quality workmanship, precision diagnostics, and honest local customer care. With consistently outstanding customer feedback, we reject high-pressure corporate main-dealer politics in favor of a professional, technician-first environment where quality repairs, safety, and employee development come first.
Your Role
As a vital Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our modern workshop, you will:
- Carry out vehicle diagnostics, routine servicing, safety inspections, and mechanical repairs across a wide variety of makes and models.
- Utilize modern diagnostic tools and scanners to systematically identify and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
- Conduct MOT inspections (if qualified) in strict accordance with DVSA guidelines.
- Work independently with minimal supervision, maintaining accurate digital service records and meeting key workshop deadlines.
- Maintain clean, safety-first workshop practices while collaborating smoothly with our skilled technical team.
What You Need
Qualifications & Experience: NVQ / IMI Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) with a minimum of 1 year hands-on experience in vehicle diagnosis and repair. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
Licensing: Full UK driving licence is required. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools to manage daily repair and diagnostic tasks effectively. Strong fault-finding ability, self-motivated, reliable, organized, and committed to high-quality workmanship.
Location & Search Reach: Based in Fishponds (Bristol, BS5), our facility offers a quick and straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Kingswood, Downend, Yate, Filton, Longwell Green, Keynsham, Bath, and surrounding Bristol and Gloucestershire areas.
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