At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead diagnostics and repairs on petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles.
- Company: Established independent garage in Winchester with a focus on technical expertise.
- Benefits: Up to £45,000 salary, Monday to Friday schedule, and no weekend work.
- Other info: Mentor junior technicians and work with advanced diagnostic tools.
- Why this job: Enjoy autonomy in your work and develop your skills in a modern workshop.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Location: Winchester (Commutable from Southampton, Eastleigh, Chandler's Ford, Andover, Basingstoke)
Salary: Up to £45,000 Basic Salary (DOE) – Reliable base pay with zero corporate target pressure
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday ONLY – STRICTLY NO WEEKENDS
Why Join Us?
Are you a Senior Technician looking for a workshop that values your technical mind as much as your spanner work? Step into a busy, long-established independent garage in Winchester where true fault-finding expertise is celebrated. We are a trusted technical authority in the region. While our workload is diagnostic-heavy, we blend complex electrical fault-finding with core mechanical repairs and servicing. We give our senior technicians total autonomy, top-tier diagnostic platforms, and on-site training facilities to solve complex problems properly without corporate micromanagement.
What We Offer (Pay, Benefits & Perks):
- Top Basic Pay: Up to £45,000 basic salary (Reliable income with no "bonus-chasing" stress)
- 100% Weekend-Free: Guaranteed Monday to Friday schedule—keep every weekend strictly for yourself
- Technical Autonomy: Full trust and freedom to diagnose, repair, and resolve complex issues your way
- Specialist Development: On-site training facilities and fully funded pathways for EV/Hybrid systems
- Modern Workshop: Work in a clean, professional environment equipped with up-to-date diagnostic kit and oscilloscopes
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Serving as the shop floor’s senior technical authority across petrol, diesel, hybrid, and electric vehicles (EV)
- Conducting advanced electrical fault-finding, interpreting CAN bus communication, sensor/actuator live data, and wiring diagrams
- Executing major mechanical repairs, complex component replacements, and high-level vehicle servicing
- Resolving tricky, intermittent issues from initial diagnosis straight through to final mechanical completion
- Mentoring and supporting junior technicians with technical guidance on complex bay challenges
- Delivering clean, high-standard craftsmanship with a "fixed-first-time" focus
What We’re Looking For:
- Qualification: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent experience)
- Experience: Proven track record as a Senior or Diagnostic Vehicle Technician in a busy workshop or dealership
- Skills: Expert diagnostic capabilities paired with strong, core mechanical repair competence
- Licence: Valid full UK Driving Licence (EV/Hybrid certifications are a major bonus)
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