Auto Technician / Mechanic (£35k-£40k) – Independent Specialist (Bristol)

Looking for a stable career with a long-established specialist and a supportive workshop team?

We are hiring a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our busy team in Bristol. Whether you are an active tester or an experienced mechanic looking to gain your MOT ticket, we offer a clean, high-tech workshop environment with no corporate dealer politics.

The Rewards

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your technical experience and skill level).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00—enjoy stable weekday hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Fully Funded Training: We will cover the complete cost of your MOT testing course if you do not currently hold an active testing licence.
• Perks & Stability: Secure company pension scheme, employee discounts, free on-site parking, and long-term security with a specialist established for over 25 years.

About Us

Based in Bristol, we are a premier independent specialist with over 25 years of local success and industry heritage. Known for exceptional vehicle maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and high-level workmanship, we combine a large, high-tech workspace with the friendly, supportive environment of a dedicated local team.

Your Role

As a vital Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester in our Bristol workshop, you will:

• Carry out official MOT tests strictly in accordance with current DVSA guidelines.
• Perform routine vehicle servicing , safety checks, mechanical repairs, and braking overhauls.
• Use dedicated specialist diagnostic systems to troubleshoot technical, electrical, and mechanical faults accurately.
• Maintain high workshop standards , delivering precise, safe "first-time fix" results across a wide variety of vehicles.

What You Need

• Qualifications & Experience: NVQ / IMI Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair. Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in a professional workshop. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential. Active MOT Tester licence is preferred, but fully funded DVSA training is provided for experienced technicians.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools for daily repair work. Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality workmanship, and a collaborative team attitude.

Location & Search Reach

Located in Bristol, our facility offers an easy daily commute for candidates travelling from Filton, Bradley Stoke, Yate, Thornbury, Keynsham, Bath, Weston-super-Mare, and surrounding local Somerset and Gloucestershire areas.

Ready to join a long-established independent specialist that invests in your testing licence and protects your weekends?

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