Pay & Benefits
- Basic Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 basic per annum (Tailored salary scale aligned directly to your current experience level)
- Hours & Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM — STRICTLY ZERO WEEKENDS (Enjoy every single weekend completely off)
- Perks & Welfare: 28 days annual leave, workplace pension scheme, high-quality modern workwear provided, and free secure on-site parking
- Workshop Scope: Pre-delivery inspections (PDIs), routine oil servicing, basic mechanical preparation, safety checks, and minor maintenance across a wide variety of modern used cars
- Environment: Work in a modern, highly energetic workshop with an active media presence, supportive senior techs, and clear mentorship
About Us
We are a premier, highly successful used vehicle specialist operating near Haywards Heath with a massive online presence and a popular YouTube channel documenting our day-to-day workshop builds and operations. Preparing and fixing hundreds of vehicles in-house, we offer a modern, high-energy environment where work-life balance is prioritized with zero weekend shifts and genuine support for early-career technicians.
Role Overview
Seeking a motivated Junior / Apprentice PDI & Prep Technician who holds or is completing an NVQ Level 3 to join our busy preparation workshop in Haywards Heath. You will carry out vehicle inspections, routine servicing, and general mechanical prep on modern used cars alongside experienced technicians.
Requirements
- Qualification: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair required (or currently completing a Level 3 apprenticeship).
- Experience: Minimum 6+ months of hands-on garage or workshop experience.
- Technical Knowledge: Solid foundational skills in vehicle inspection, oil & filter servicing, brake checks, and minor mechanical prep work.
- Mindset: Enthusiastic team player with a strong work ethic and desire to learn from senior specialists.
- Essentials: Full UK driving licence & basic hand tools.
Location & Commute
- Base: Haywards Heath area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategic Mid-Sussex position with direct access via the A272 and A23 corridors for an easy commute.
- Commutable From: Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, Hassocks, Lewes, East Grinstead, Crawley, Horsham, and Brighton.
About Us
Every advert we run includes an "About Us" section so you know exactly who we are, how we value our staff, and why our team enjoys market-leading entry-level pay, a fantastic media-driven workshop environment, and zero weekend work.
How to Apply
Ready to build your career in a dynamic, high-profile workshop in Haywards Heath with up to £30k basic salary and zero weekends? Click Apply Now with your updated CV for a fast, 100% confidential callback within 24 hours!
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