Pay & Benefits
- Salary: £38,000 – £42,000 guaranteed basic per annum + £1,000 guaranteed Christmas bonus!
- Hours: Monday to Friday, standard workshop hours — STRICTLY NO WEEKENDS
- Perks: 28 days holiday allowance, workplace pension scheme, free/discounted parts, and use of workshop facilities for personal car repairs during working hours
- Work-Life Quality: Major physical jobs (such as clutches) are always completed in two-man pairs to prevent strain, with all workshop bookings strictly managed 6 weeks in advance for zero daily chaos
- Workload: High-quality VAG work—routine servicing, timing belts/chains, brakes, suspension, and diagnostic fault-finding on Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, and Skoda vehicles (no long, grueling engine rebuilds)
About Us
We are a premier, family-orientated independent specialist in the Maidstone area with an outstanding national reputation across the Volkswagen Audi Group community. Known for industry-leading staff retention (our technicians regularly stay 8–10+ years), we offer a supportive, zero-corporate-pressure environment where your physical well-being and craftsmanship actually come first.
Role Overview
Seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician or Mechanic to handle routine servicing, timing chains, diagnostic troubleshooting, and general mechanical repairs across modern VAG group vehicles in a clean, high-spec independent workshop.
Requirements
- Proven track record in mechanical diagnostics, timing belts/chains, and core mechanical maintenance.
- VAG specialist experience is a bonus, but NOT essential—solid mechanical skill, a good attitude, and attention to detail are what matter most!
- Quality-first mindset with pride in clean, accurate workmanship.
- Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.
Location & Commute
- Base: Maidstone area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Conveniently positioned with fast access off the M20 and local Kent transport links.
- Commutable From: Maidstone, Aylesford, Bearsted, Medway (Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham), Tonbridge, Kings Hill, and West Malling.
About Us
Every advert we post is built around complete staff transparency—offering realistic workloads, protected weekends, exceptional perks, and a culture where you are treated as a true professional.
How to Apply
Ready to protect your back, enjoy guaranteed weekends off, and join a team where techs stay for decades? Click Apply Now with your updated CV for a fast, 100% confidential callback within 24 hours!
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