Maintenance Technician in Romsey

Maintenance Technician | Vehicle Technician | Mechanic

Maintenance Technician required for a busy workshop servicing and maintaining a varied fleet of rental vehicles. £1,500 joining bonus, Monday to Friday working, structured training and genuine career progression. Must have the right to work in the UK.

Location: Southampton (Romsey)

Pay: £15.69 - £16.00 per hour (circa £35,000+ per year depending on experience)

Joining Bonus: £1,500 (£750 paid in your first month's salary and £750 after successful completion of your 90-day probation)

Job Type: Permanent | Full Time

Working Hours: Workshop based role working 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible working hours between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with most technicians working 8:00am - 5:00pm. No weekend work required. Saturday overtime is entirely optional and paid at enhanced rates.

Benefits for the Maintenance Technician

• £1,500 joining bonus




• Competitive hourly rate with regular salary reviews




• Optional overtime paid at enhanced rates




• Monday to Friday working with no mandatory weekends




• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays




• Birthday day off




• Paid volunteering days




• Modern workshop with excellent equipment and technical support




• Structured training programme with the opportunity to progress to Level 3 qualification (where applicable)

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and scheduled maintenance on fleet vehicles




• Complete brake, tyre and general mechanical repairs




• Inspect vehicles to ensure they meet safety and compliance standards




• Identify worn or damaged components before they result in vehicle breakdowns




• Carry out repairs and replace parts to manufacturer and company standards




• Use workshop systems to accurately record completed work




• Road test vehicles where appropriate and licence permits




• Complete work to a high standard whilst maintaining a safe and organised workshop

Maintenance Technician Requirements

• Right to work in the UK




• Full UK driving licence




• Level 2 or Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification (NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)




• Practical workshop experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs




• Good understanding of vehicle inspections, brakes, suspension, steering and general mechanical systems




• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy workshop team




• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop

Technicians with a Level 2 qualification who are looking to progress to Level 3 are encouraged to apply, with structured training and development available.

Reference: JAVT

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