Vehicle Technician​/Mechanic - VAG Independent

Location: Canterbury, Kent
Salary: £35,000–£42,000 per year, depending on experience
Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for a better opportunity, a competitive salary and the chance to develop your diagnostic skills?

We're looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join an established workshop in Canterbury, offering a salary of £35,000–£42,000 depending on experience
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This role is ideal for a technician who enjoys diagnosing faults, solving mechanical and electrical problems, and carrying out repairs to a high standard. You'll have access to modern diagnostic equipment, ongoing technical training and the support of an experienced team.

If you're confident with vehicle repairs and fault finding and want a role where you can continue developing your technical ability, we'd like to hear from you.

• £35,000–£42,000 salary, depending on experience
• Full-time, permanent position
• Modern workshop and diagnostic equipment
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Varied mechanical repair and diagnostic work
• Supportive, experienced team
• Company pension

• Carrying out vehicle servicing and routine maintenance
• Completing mechanical repairs and component replacement
• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults
• Using diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues
• Investigating complex faults and carrying out effective repairs
• Following manufacturer technical information and repair procedures
• Completing job cards and repair reports
• Identifying additional repairs and required parts
• Carrying out tyre fitting and four-wheel alignment
• Maintaining high standards of safety, quality and workmanship

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Technology, or equivalent experience and qualifications
• At least 3 years' relevant workshop experience
• Strong mechanical knowledge and practical repair skills
• Experience with vehicle diagnostics and electrical fault finding
• Familiarity with modern vehicle systems
• A methodical approach to diagnosing and resolving faults
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A professional attitude and pride in your work
• Full UK driving licence

• MOT Tester qualification
• VAG Group vehicle experience
• Advanced diagnostic and electrical fault finding
• Four-wheel alignment experience

These are advantageous rather than essential.

If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for a new challenge in Canterbury, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

We welcome applications from technicians who want to build on their existing experience, develop their diagnostic skills and establish a long-term career.