Pay & Benefits
- Basic Salary: £30,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (Tailored salary scale starting for improvers with 1+ years experience up through to senior diagnostic levels)
- Bonus Potential: Uncapped monthly bonus structure (Technicians average an extra £300 – £600+ per month, reaching realistic £55k–£60k+ OTE)
- Hours & Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM — EARLY 4:30 PM FINISH and STRICTLY NO WEEKENDS (Beat the evening rush and keep every weekend completely free)
- Perks & Welfare: Workplace pension scheme, comprehensive tool insurance scheme, generous employee discounts, internal reward incentives, and free secure on-site parking
- Manufacturer Training: Official Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles manufacturer academy pathways (Caddy, Transporter, Crafter, ID. Buzz Cargo) plus full Hybrid & EV certifications
- Workshop Scope: Servicing, routine mechanical repairs, brake and suspension work, electronic diagnostics, MOT prep, and high-voltage EV/LCV maintenance in a modern commercial facility
About Us
We are a premier, family-owned automotive group that has been a dominant force across Kent and Sussex for over 25 years. Across our commercial vehicle centres, our hands-on leadership team maintains a genuine "One Team" culture where staff are supported like family. We specialize in taking ambitious technicians early in their careers and providing clear mentorship, elite official VW Commercial training, and top-spec tooling to rapidly elevate your skill set and earnings without corporate stress.
Role Overview
Seeking an ambitious Junior Van Technician, Improver Mechanic, or Early-Career LCV Specialist with at least 1 year of hands-on garage experience to join our busy Volkswagen Van Centre in Sittingbourne. You will handle routine servicing, maintenance, and mechanical repairs while gaining paid 1-on-1 mentorship to master diagnostics and commercial EV tech.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 1+ years of hands-on workshop experience in light vehicle or LCV servicing and mechanical maintenance.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent time-served garage experience).
- Mindset: Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a genuine hunger to level up into a certified VAG Commercial Diagnostic Specialist.
- Essentials: Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.
Location & Commute
- Base: Sittingbourne area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategic location directly off key Kent transport links (A2 / M2 / A249 junction).
- Commutable From: Sittingbourne, Faversham, Isle of Sheppey, Rainham, Gillingham, Maidstone, Chatham, and Rochester.
About Us
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How to Apply
Ready to level up your career at an official VW Van Centre in Sittingbourne with an early 4:30 PM finish, uncapped bonuses, and zero weekends? Click Apply Now with your updated CV for a fast, 100% confidential callback within 24 hours!
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