Pay & Benefits
High Basic Salary:
£40,000 to £48,000 basic per annum (commensurate with diagnostic expertise and seniority) Quality Bonus Scheme:
Transparent quarterly quality & accuracy bonus (rewarding thoroughness rather than rushed work) Work-Life Balance:
Monday to Friday, 08:00 AM – 17:00 PM —
STRICTLY NO WEEKEND WORKING Clear Progression:
Dedicated individual budget for Master Technician accreditation and advanced oscilloscope training Time Off:
33 days total annual leave entitlement (25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays) Corporate Perks:
Private healthcare cashback scheme, workplace pension, corporate tool insurance contribution, and staff vehicle purchase schemes About Us
We are an established, high-calibre automotive specialist centre in Canterbury renowned for solving complex vehicle faults that other garages turn away. Equipped with dealer-level diagnostic suites and multi-channel oscilloscopes, our workshop operates on a quality-first philosophy: we give our senior technicians the time, tooling, and environment to diagnose properly. Every advert we run includes an "About Us" section so you know who we are, how we value our team, and why our staff enjoy high job satisfaction and career stability. Role Overview & Responsibilities
Lead complex electrical, CAN-bus, engine management, and emissions diagnostic investigations. Perform advanced mechanical component overhauls, engine rebuilding, and major powertrain repairs. Support and mentor junior technicians, offering guidance on tricky fault codes and repair procedures. Carry out technical vehicle health checks (VHC) and liaise with service advisers on complex customer queries. Requirements
Qualifications:
NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (IMI Senior/Master Tech status highly desirable). Experience:
Proven track record in complex fault diagnosis, live data analysis, and master-level mechanical repairs. Mindset:
Methodical problem solver who takes pride in first-time fixes and continuous technical self-development. Essentials:
Full UK driving licence & comprehensive hand tool collection. Location & Commute
Base:
Prime Canterbury location with free dedicated staff parking. Road Links:
Strategic links via the A2, A28, and Thanet Way (A299). Commutable From:
Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Thanet (Margate/Ramsgate), Dover, and Sandwich. How to Apply
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