Senior Vehicle Technician
1 day ago
Ystrad Mynach
Date posted: 11 May 2026 Senior Vehicle Repair Technician Company: Ystrad Service Centre Ltd Location: Ystrad Mynach, Wales Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 per year Ystrad Service Centre Ltd is a growing independent garage with a strong reputation for advanced diagnostics, electrical fault finding, routine servicing, repairs, and MOT testing. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Vehicle Repair Technician to join our forward-thinking workshop team. What you'll be doing: • Carrying out detailed vehicle inspections and accurately recording findings, • Performing servicing, maintenance, and complex repairs to a high standard, • Replacing timing chains, belts, and other major components in line with manufacturer specifications, • Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults using diagnostic equipment, • Supporting and mentoring junior technicians where appropriate, • Working collaboratively with colleagues to maintain an efficient workshop environment, • Participating in ongoing training to stay up to date with vehicle technology, • Contributing to continuous improvement across workshop operations What we're looking for: • NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance (or equivalent), • Minimum 10 years' experience as a qualified vehicle technician, • Experience using manufacturer repair systems• Strong organisational and planning skills, • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively, • Main dealer experience at a senior level Desirable experience: • Premium brands such as JLR, BMW, or VAG, • OE systems including Pathfinder, Topix, ODIS, and ISTA, • Workshop software such as AutoData, HaynesPro, and Garage Hive, • Four-wheel alignment using Hunter equipment, • Qualified MOT Tester (Class 4, 5L and 7) What we offer: ✅ £40,000 - £55,000 salary depending on experience ✅ 33 days annual leave including bank holidays and Christmas closure ✅ Monday to Friday, 8:15am - 5:15pm (45 hours per week) ✅ Overtime opportunities ✅ No weekend working ✅ Closed on bank holidays ✅ Christmas and New Year shutdown ✅ Ongoing training and professional development ✅ Company pension scheme ✅ Employee discount ✅ Free on-site parking Application questions: • Do you hold an NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair and Maintenance, or an equivalent qualification?, • Do you have at least 10 years' experience in the motor trade?, • Do you have main dealer experience? Requirements: Driving Licence: RequiredWork Authorisation: Must be authorised to work in the United KingdomWork Location: In person Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now to join Ystrad Service Centre Ltd. #Hiring #VehicleTechnician #SeniorTechnician #AutomotiveJobs #MechanicJobs #Diagnostics #MOTTester #GarageJobs #MotorTrade #YstradMynach #Caerphilly #SouthWalesJobs