At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team while staying hands-on with complex vehicle diagnostics and repairs.
- Company: Independent performance automotive specialist in Fareham, known for high-end vehicles.
- Benefits: Opportunity for career growth, working with prestige cars, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Enjoy autonomy and technical variety in a personal and rewarding work environment.
- Why this job: Become a key player in a growing workshop, influencing standards and supporting fellow technicians.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Automotive qualification, strong diagnostic skills, and experience with premium vehicles.
The predicted salary is between 32400 - 39600 £ per year.
We're looking for an experienced Senior Vehicle Technician / Workshop Manager who still loves being hands-on with cars but is ready to take greater ownership within a busy prestige and performance workshop.
Our client is a growing independent performance automotive specialist based in Fareham, working with an impressive range of high-end vehicles. They are now looking for a strong senior figure who can combine excellent technical ability with workshop leadership and become a key member of the team as the business continues to grow.
The Opportunity
You'll remain very much hands-on, carrying out complex mechanical, electrical and diagnostic work, while also helping to keep the workshop running efficiently. You'll support the other technicians, help prioritise and oversee work, maintain high standards and step in on the more challenging technical and diagnostic jobs.
This could be an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Vehicle Technician, Master Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Workshop Controller, Workshop Foreman, or Workshop Supervisor who wants greater responsibility without moving away from the tools.
What You'll Be Doing
- Complex mechanical, electrical and diagnostic fault finding
- Servicing, maintenance and repairs across modern prestige and performance vehicles
- Using diagnostic equipment to accurately identify and resolve faults
- Supporting and guiding other technicians
- Helping allocate and prioritise workshop jobs
- Keeping workflow moving efficiently
- Maintaining and quality-checking workshop standards
- Taking the lead on more involved technical problems
- Working closely with management as the workshop continues to develop
What We're Looking For
You'll already be a highly capable all-round technician who is confident working independently and solving difficult problems. Ideally, you'll have:
- Strong modern vehicle diagnostic experience
- Excellent mechanical and electrical fault-finding skills
- Experience working with prestige, performance or premium vehicles
- Previous senior, supervisory, workshop controller or foreman experience
- Confidence supporting and guiding other technicians
- A good understanding of workshop workflow and standards
- Level 3 Automotive qualification or equivalent
- Full UK driving licence
- Genuine enthusiasm for cars and pride in your work
Why Consider This Opportunity?
If you're currently working within a large dealership or high-volume workshop and would like something more personal, varied and rewarding, this is well worth exploring. You'll be joining an independent automotive business where your experience will genuinely matter. Rather than simply being another technician on the tools, you'll have the opportunity to become a key senior member of the workshop, influence standards, support the team and grow with the business. You'll work around some fantastic vehicles, tackle interesting technical work and enjoy the autonomy that comes with working for an ambitious independent specialist. If you're looking for technical variety, greater responsibility and a genuine senior position, we'd love to hear from you.
Workshop Manager / Controller / Senior Technician - Automotive in Fareham employer: Jobiqo
Bromley Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive. With a strong commitment to professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a generous benefits package, including a local government pension scheme and unique discounts, the Council prioritises employee well-being and career growth. Located in the vibrant Bromley Civic Centre, you will be part of a team that plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the borough while enjoying the balance of urban and suburban life.
