At a Glance
- Tasks: Diagnose and repair complex vehicle issues in a supportive, quality-focused environment.
- Company: Premier independent garage in Stoke-on-Trent with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, team bonuses, paid leave, and modern diagnostic tools.
- Other info: Enjoy a clean, organised workshop with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Escape dealership pressure and focus on quality repairs that matter.
- Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ in Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent experience required.
Looking to step away from dealership targets and bring your diagnostic skills to a premier independent garage in Stoke-on-Trent? A long-standing independent service and repair specialist in Stoke-on-Trent is expanding its technical team and looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician. Known throughout Staffordshire for solving complex electrical issues, engine repairs, and multi-brand servicing, this modern facility provides a technician-first environment where quality repair work comes before rushed quotas.
What's Included in the Package?
- Salary Range: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + team efficiency bonus
- Working Schedule: Monday to Friday schedule + Saturdays on a fair team rota basis
- Paid Leave: 20 days paid annual leave + statutory bank holidays
- Workplace Perks: Free on-site parking, modern multi-brand diagnostic platforms, trade parts discounts, and supplied workwear
- Workshop Culture: Supportive, practical working environment focused on right-first-time quality control
Core Responsibilities
- Carry out systematic diagnostic fault-finding across complex mechanical, electrical, and software systems
- Perform major mechanical overhauls, including timing belts/chains, clutch replacements, gearbox builds, and suspension work
- Complete scheduled servicing, multi-point health checks, and pre-MOT safety inspections
- Record accurate technical findings on digital job sheets and brief front-of-house staff on job progress
- Keep work bays clean, organized, and compliant with workshop health and safety standards
Candidate Profile
- Technical Experience: Time-served mechanic with solid confidence in heavy mechanical work and diagnostic fault isolation
- Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served background)
- MOT Status: Active MOT Tester licence is a strong asset for higher starting pay, but is not essential to apply
- Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence
Surrounding Commutable Locations
- Centrally located in Stoke-on-Trent, easily accessible from Newcastle-under-Lyme & Keele
- Crewe & Alsager
- Staffordshire Moorlands & Leek
- Stone & Stafford
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