Vehicle Technician (£35k-£40k Basic – No Weekends) – Stonehouse
hace 16 días
Stroud
Tired of the unpredictable, high-pressure dealership grind where you are only as good as your last weekly target? It is time to secure a stable, long-term role where your technical skills are actually respected. We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our growing, highly regarded independent team in Stonehouse. We specialize in high-quality vehicle servicing and premium retail stock preparation, offering a modern, clean, and spacious workshop. If you want a secure, permanent role with the high-tech tooling of a main dealer but the supportive, non-corporate atmosphere of a trusted local specialist, this is your next step. • Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Positioned directly within our standard bracket depending on hands-on experience and skill level)., • Guaranteed Weekends Off: Permanent, stable weekday hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required-enjoy a true work-life balance., • True Job Security: Join a highly stable, trusted regional business with an excellent local reputation and a massive rolling inventory of retail cars., • Modern Setup: Daily access to up-to-date diagnostic software, high-tech tooling, and modern workshop infrastructure., • Perks & Environment: Secure company pension scheme, great employee benefits, free on-site staff parking, and a clean, spacious work environment. Based in Stonehouse, we are a premier independent service and sales specialist known for delivering excellent workmanship and honest customer care. We reject the rigid corporate politics and high-pressure targets of main dealerships. Instead, we have built a technician-first environment where engineering quality is valued over rushing cars through the bays, giving you a massive variety of premium passenger vehicles to keep your day fresh and engaging. As a vital Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our Stonehouse workshop, you will: • Carry out routine vehicle servicing, multi-point safety inspections, braking overhauls, and general mechanical repairs., • Complete thorough preventative maintenance & prep work to ensure all retail vehicles meet our strict standards before handover., • Use modern diagnostic tools and software to systematically troubleshoot and resolve complex technical, electrical, and mechanical faults., • Maintain high-quality "first-time fix" standards across a highly diverse mix of vehicle makes and models., • Collaborate closely with a skilled technical team to maintain a safe, smooth, and friendly workshop flow., • Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / equivalent). Time-served technicians with a proven track record are strongly encouraged to apply regardless of formal certifications. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it)., • Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required., • Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools to manage daily repair and diagnostic tasks effectively. Reliable, self-motivated professional with great attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and a positive team-player attitude. Based in Stonehouse, our modern facility offers a quick and straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Stroud, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Dursley, Tetbury, Cirencester, and surrounding Gloucestershire areas. #J-18808-Ljbffr