Vehicle Technician – Dealer Politics

Tired of the rigid, target-heavy corporate grind of a main dealer, or looking to swap repetitive single-brand work for a highly successful independent with true variety?

It is time to step into a secure, stable role where your technical skills are actually respected.

We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our dedicated, family-run team in Bristol
. Operating as a highly successful independent specialist with around 90 retail vehicles in stock, we handle everything from routine customer maintenance to thorough retail stock preparation and complex electrical fault resolution. If you want to work in an active, 5-star rated workshop that avoids corporate red tape and invests in top-tier diagnostic equipment, this is the perfect career move.

• The Pay: £30,000 – £40,000 per year (basic salary tailored entirely to your experience and skillset).
• Work-Life Balance: Stable daytime shifts with consistent, full-time weekday hours in a permanent, secure role.
• Excellent Variety: A highly diverse workload covering a massive mix of makes and models—keeping your days fresh and engaging.
• The Standards: Work with a highly respected business committed to the Trading Standards Approved Code and the AA Dealer Promise.
• The Perks: Daily access to modern workshop tools, high-spec diagnostic equipment, a supportive team environment, and excellent long-term job security.

Based in Bristol
, our premier independent vehicle centre specializes in comprehensive vehicle maintenance, professional diagnostics, rapid-fit services, and high-quality used car sales. As a prominent family-run specialist handling a large volume of customer and retail vehicles, we combine the advanced tooling and diagnostic capability of a major network with the proud, friendly, and supportive atmosphere of a local family business.

Working as a core member of our Bristol workshop, you will:

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing
  , safety inspections, braking overhauls, suspension work, and general mechanical repairs
  .
• Use up-to-date diagnostic tools to efficiently fault-find and resolve technical, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• Perform pre-sale inspections and preventative maintenance on retail vehicles, alongside handling customer repair jobs.
• Maintain clean, precise workmanship to uphold our excellent 5-star reputation across major automotive platforms.
• Collaborate closely with a skilled team of mechanics to keep the workshop running productively, safely, and smoothly.

• The
  
  Experience:
  
  A proven track record working as a Vehicle Technician
  , Car Mechanic
  , or Service Technician in a professional garage setting.
• The
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong working knowledge of vehicle safety inspections, routine servicing, mechanical components, and diagnostic fault-finding.
• The Mindset: A reliable, self-motivated professional with good attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and your own hand tools.
• The Basics: A full, valid UK driving licence is essential.

Our facility is located in Bristol and is ideally situated for a quick and straightforward daily commute for anyone travelling from Filton, Kingswood, Bradley Stoke, Yate, Keynsham, Bath, Weston-super-Mare, and the surrounding local areas across Somerset and Gloucestershire.

Ready to join a dedicated, family-run team that respects your expertise and supports your growth?

Click Apply to submit your application. We review all profiles and respond within 48 hours.