We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, family-run independent garage team in Didcot. Known for our friendly atmosphere, traditional values, and welcoming workshop environment, we provide a clean, supportive setting where your hard work is genuinely appreciated, no corporate pressure exists, and your weekends are completely your own.
The Rewards
- Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
- Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30—enjoy stable daytime hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
- Perks & Environment: Company pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, modern workshop tooling, and a close-knit, family-run team culture built on mutual respect and support.
- Workplace Culture: Join a trusted independent garage operating with high standards, a friendly atmosphere, and zero corporate bureaucracy or dealer politics.
About Us
Located in Didcot, we are a well-established, family-run independent garage renowned for friendly service, honest advice, and top-tier workmanship. We handle a wide range of makes and models, taking care of everything from routine servicing and MOT repairs to general mechanical maintenance and fault-finding. We pride ourselves on treating our staff like family and maintaining a collaborative, low-pressure workspace.
Your Role
As a key technical member of our Didcot workshop team, you will:
- Carry out routine servicing, general mechanical repairs, brake overhauls, clutch replacements, and maintenance across a wide range of vehicles.
- Perform fault-finding and diagnostics using modern equipment and your solid mechanical know-how.
- Ensure high safety and quality standards to deliver reliable, first-time-fix results for our loyal customer base.
- Collaborate closely with our close-knit team to ensure a smooth, efficient daily workflow in a friendly environment.
What You Need
- Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, with proven hands-on experience in a professional workshop setting.
- Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
- Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools. A dependable work ethic, strong problem-solving skills, and a great team-first personality that fits right into a family-run business.
Location & Search Reach
Our well-equipped independent garage is based in Didcot, offering a straightforward daily commute and excellent local road links, with easy access for candidates travelling from Abingdon, Wallingford, Wantage, Oxford, and surrounding Oxfordshire areas.
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