Vehicle Technician

We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our client's well-established independent garage in Portsmouth, Hampshire. This is an excellent Vehicle Technician opportunity for an experienced professional to become part of a small, friendly team focused on delivering top-quality service and repairs. The Vehicle Technician role offers a supportive environment where technical skills and customer service are highly valued, allowing for career development within a reputable business.

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary starting at £37,000, with potential for performance-based increases
• OTE approximately £38,000 including overtime
• Hours of work from 08:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday
• Flexible early or weekend interview options
• Paid training courses, including MOT licence acquisition and tools for timing work
• Opportunity to develop diagnostics skills using Launch Scanner
• Supportive team environment prioritising quality first-time fixes
• Modern diagnostic equipment including Launch Diagnostic scanner
• Ongoing training to enhance technical expertise

Duties:

• Conduct routine servicing, diagnostics, and repairs across various vehicle makes and models
• Perform MOT testing within the garage's existing facilities
• Assist in maintaining high first-time fix rates to uphold the garage's reputation
• Repair mechanical components such as clutches, cambelts, and brakes
• Support limited EV service work, mainly brakes and tyres
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently, accurately, and to a high standard
• Deliver excellent customer service, building confidence and trust
• Collaborate with the team to support business growth through technical proficiency

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician, with relevant qualifications or time-served background
• An MOT license is desirable but not essential; willingness to undertake training if required
• Strong understanding of diagnostic tools and technical data, including Autodata
• Confident with scanners such as Launch Diagnostic and basic EV servicing (brakes and tyres)
• Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
• Effective communication skills with customers and team members
• Experience in an independent garage environment is advantageous

This Vehicle Technician role is ideal for a dedicated individual seeking stability and career progression in a supportive, quality-focused environment. If you are committed to delivering high standards, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

Contact Consultant Martin Bane, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Portsmouth and Hampshire, today to discover more about this fantasticVehicle Technician opportunity.

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