Pay & Benefits
- Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 basic per annum (DOE) + performance efficiency bonus
- Hours: Monday to Friday (No Weekends)
- Perks: 28 days paid holiday (20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), workplace pension scheme, dedicated VAG factory diagnostic tooling (ODIS), trade parts discounts, supplied workwear, and free secure on-site parking
- Workload: Advanced diagnostic fault finding on Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) vehicles, factory software updates, major mechanical repairs, engine diagnostics, timing belts/chains, clutch & gearbox replacements, and specialist manufacturer-standard servicing
About Us
We are a premier, independent VAG specialist garage operating in the Solihull area. Renowned across the West Midlands for providing main-dealer technical precision for Volkswagen, Audi, Seat, and Skoda vehicles without corporate red tape, we operate from a modern, well-equipped workshop. We pride ourselves on exceptional technical standards, loyal customer trust, and a supportive, down-to-earth environment for specialist hands-on technicians.
Role Overview
Seeking an experienced Level 3 Vehicle Technician with dedicated VAG group expertise to join our specialist workshop team. You will be responsible for tackling complex electrical and mechanical diagnostics, executing specialized VAG maintenance procedures, and delivering top-tier fault finding and repairs across the Volkswagen Audi Group model lineup.
Requirements
- Proven hands-on workshop experience specializing in Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) vehicles (Audi, VW, Seat, Skoda).
- NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served specialist qualification).
- Strong electrical and electronic diagnostic capability, comfortable working with manufacturer diagnostic systems and wiring diagrams.
- Valid DVSA MOT Tester Smart Card is advantageous (offering higher starting pay potential), though not essential.
- Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.
Location & Commute
- Base: Solihull Area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategically positioned with rapid access via the A41, A34, and M42 (Junctions 4 & 5), offering smooth daily commutes across the West Midlands and Warwickshire.
- Public Transport: Conveniently accessible via Solihull railway station and local bus routes.
- Commutable From: Birmingham, Coventry, Redditch, Shirley, Knowle, Dorridge, and Balsall Common.
How to Apply
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