VEHICLE MECHANIC / VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Location: Bedminster, Bristol
Salary: £40,000 - £47,000 – Negotiable – Plus Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm – No Weekends
Overtime: Paid at Time and a Half
Benefits: Attendance Bonus, No Accident Bonus & Company Uniform

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced and skilled Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician to join a busy, established automotive workshop based in Bedminster, Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, hands-on mechanic who enjoys getting stuck into a variety of mechanical work, from routine servicing through to major mechanical repairs.

Our client is looking for someone with strong mechanical knowledge, excellent fault-finding skills and the ability to work independently across a range of makes and models.

Experience working on light commercial vehicles would be a distinct advantage.

In return, you'll benefit from a competitive, negotiable salary, Monday-to-Friday working with no weekends, bonus opportunities and overtime paid at time and a half.

The Role

Working as part of an experienced workshop team, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing cars and light commercial vehicles.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out major mechanical repairs, including clutches, timing belts/chains, gearboxes and engine repairs.
• Undertaking routine servicing, maintenance and general vehicle repairs.
• Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults using practical fault-finding techniques and diagnostic equipment.
• Working across a variety of vehicle makes and models.
• Ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.
• Maintaining accurate records of work undertaken, including parts used and labour time.
• Working independently while supporting the wider workshop team.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5 years' hands-on experience as a Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Technician.
• Proven experience undertaking major mechanical repairs, not just routine servicing.
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Confidence working independently on complex mechanical repairs.
• Experience within a main dealership or reputable independent garage preferred.
• Experience working on light commercial vehicles would be advantageous.
• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent, desirable but not essential.
• Experienced, time-served mechanics with strong practical skills are equally encouraged to apply.
• A reliable, proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

What's On Offer?

• Salary circa £45,000 – negotiable.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm.
• No weekend working.
• Overtime paid at time and a half.
• Attendance bonus.
• No accident bonus.
• Company uniform provided.
• Varied, hands-on mechanical work within an established workshop.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Technician who enjoys tackling challenging mechanical repairs and wants a well-paid role without weekend working, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity in Bedminster, Bristol.