Vehicle Technician​/Mechanic​/Independent

£45,000 - £50,000 Basic | Flexible Working Hours | Independent Garage | Cambridge

Location:
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician
, Motor Vehicle Technician
, Automotive Technician
, or Car Mechanic looking for excellent pay, flexible working hours, and a workshop where you're genuinely valued?

We're recruiting for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our well-established independent garage in Cambridge
. Offering a basic salary of £45,000-£50,000
, flexible start and finish times, a friendly family-run environment, and genuine career progression, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced technician looking for a better work-life balance.

Whether you're currently working in a dealership, independent garage, fast-fit centre, or specialist workshop, we'd love to hear from you.

• £45,000 - £50,000 basic salary
• Flexible Monday-Friday working hours
• Saturday rota on a fair rotation
• Permanent, full-time position
• Free on-site parking
• Free mechanical work on your own vehicles
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Friendly, family-run independent garage
• Relaxed working environment with supportive management
• Modern workshop with up-to-date diagnostic equipment
• Stable long-term employment

As a Vehicle Technician / Motor Vehicle Technician
, you will:

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a wide range of vehicles
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using modern diagnostic equipment
• Complete vehicle inspections and health checks
• Carry out MOT preparation and repair work
• Work on cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs)
• Complete repairs efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of workmanship
• Ensure accurate completion of job cards and workshop documentation
• Support a clean, safe and professional workshop environment

To be successful, you'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician
  , Motor Vehicle Technician
  , Automotive Technician
  , Diagnostic Technician
  , Service Technician
  , or Car Mechanic
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Good mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Experience working on modern vehicle systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent preferred)
• Full UK driving licence

We welcome applications from experienced:

• Vehicle Technician
• Motor Vehicle Technician
• Automotive Technician
• Diagnostic Technician
• Service Technician
• Car Mechanic
• Master Technician
• Senior Vehicle Technician
• LCV Technician

Experience gained in dealerships, independent garages, specialist workshops, fleet maintenance, or fast-fit centres will all be considered.

We're a long-established independent garage with an excellent reputation for quality workmanship, honest customer service, and looking after our team. Unlike many high-volume workshops, we believe technicians should have the time, equipment, and support to do their job properly.

You'll enjoy a relaxed, professional working environment where you're respected for your skills, paid competitively, and given the opportunity to continue developing your career.

If you're looking for a workshop that values quality over unrealistic targets, this could be the perfect move.