VEHICLE TECHNICIAN / VEHICLE MECHANIC
Location: Yeovil
Salary: Up to £36,000 Basic Salary (Depending on Experience) | OTE £39,800
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
 
Looking for a role where your technical skills are recognised, your career can continue to progress, and you can enjoy long-term stability?
If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic looking to join a busy and professional dealership workshop, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive team environment. Offering a competitive basic salary, achievable bonus, ongoing manufacturer training, and genuine career progression, this role is ideal for a technician looking to build a long-term future in the automotive industry.
Whether you're currently working in a franchised dealership, independent garage, or fast-fit centre, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your skills while working with experienced colleagues in a modern workshop.
 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·Up to £36,000 Basic Salary (Depending on Experience)
·OTE £39,800
·Employee Discount Scheme
·Referral Programme
·Ongoing Training & Development
·Supportive Workshop Environment
·Genuine Career Progression Opportunities
·Long-Term Career Stability
·Full-Time, Permanent Position
 
THE ROLE
As a Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic, you'll be responsible for carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs while ensuring every vehicle is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest manufacturer standards.
Key responsibilities include:
·Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repair work efficiently
·Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults across a range of vehicles
·Completing repairs and assembly operations to manufacturer standards
·Carrying out vehicle health checks and identifying additional work where appropriate
·Ensuring all work complies with manufacturer guidelines and health & safety regulations
·Accurately completing workshop documentation and job cards
·Providing technical support and maintaining high standards of customer service
·Working collaboratively with the workshop team to maximise productivity and efficiency
 
ABOUT YOU
We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
·NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (essential)
·At least 2 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Car Mechanic or Motor Vehicle Technician
·Experience within a main dealership, independent garage or fast-fit centre
·Strong servicing, maintenance and diagnostic skills
·MOT Tester Licence desirable but not essential
·Ownership of your own tools and toolbox
·Full UK Manual Driving Licence (subject to licence checks)
·Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
·A positive attitude with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
Alternative job titles may include: Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Car Mechanic, Motor Vehicle Technician, Service Technician or Diagnostic Technician.
 
APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful dealership that values its technicians, invests in their development, and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career progression within a professional workshop environment.
If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician or Vehicle Mechanic looking for your next challenge in Yeovil, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Interested in finding out more? Apply today or contact Howard at Auto Skills for a confidential discussion about this Vehicle Technician opportunity, quoting job reference 53256.