Looking to leave rigid main-dealer targets behind and bring your practical skills to a well-established independent garage in Lincoln?
A busy, trusted independent service center in Lincoln is searching for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their dedicated workshop crew. Known across the area for honest advice and taking on a wide variety of mechanical challenges across all makes and models, this facility offers a supportive, steady working environment where real mechanical expertise is genuinely appreciated.
What's Included in the Package?
- Salary Range: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + team performance incentive (An active MOT Tester licence is a strong bonus and can increase your basic starting pay rate!)
- Working Schedule: Monday to Friday schedule (plus Saturdays on a fair rota basis)
- Paid Time Off: 20 days paid annual leave + statutory bank holidays
- Financial Security: Workplace pension plan included
- On-Site Perks: Free parking, modern multi-brand diagnostic equipment, staff parts discounts, and supplied workwear
- Workshop Culture: Friendly, collaborative team environment with realistic daily repair targets
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Execute core mechanical repairs, including timing chains/belts, clutch kits, engine overhauls, and gearbox replacements
- Use multi-brand diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and electrical faults accurately
- Complete routine servicing, safety inspections, brake/suspension repairs, and pre-MOT health checks
- Document clear technical details on job cards and keep service desk staff updated on repair progress
- Maintain clean working bays and follow standard workshop safety procedures
What We Need From You
- Experience: Time-served mechanic with solid confidence in heavy mechanical repair work and diagnostic fault isolation
- Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served garage background)
- MOT Status: MOT Smart Card / active MOT Tester licence is preferred (with enhanced starting pay potential), but is not essential to apply
- Mindset: Dependable, detail-oriented technician focused on clean workmanship and first-time fixes
- Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence
Surrounding Commutable Locations
Centrally located in Lincoln, easily accessible from:
- Newark-on-Trent & Gainsborough
- Sleaford & Market Rasen
- Horncastle & Woodhall Spa
- Grantham & Scunthorpe
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