Service Technician ​/ Car Mechanic – Independent Dealership

We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Service Technician to join our highly respected independent dealership and service centre in Cheltenham. Known for our reputation for honesty and precision, we provide a professional workshop environment where your skills are genuinely valued, your hard work is appreciated, and your weekends are completely your own.

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
• Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:00—enjoy stable daytime hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Stability & Growth: Long-term job security within a respected, growing, award-winning business.
• Holiday & Perks: 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), company pension scheme, clear career pathways, ongoing technical development, and free on-site staff parking.

Based in Cheltenham, we are an award-winning independent dealership and aftersales specialist. We focus on high standards of vehicle preparation and professional workshop services across a wide variety of makes and models. Our facility is equipped with modern diagnostic technology and tooling, providing an environment where skilled technicians can perform at their best without the high-pressure targets of a franchised environment.

As a vital member of our Cheltenham technical team, you will:

• Carry out routine servicing
  , general maintenance, and complex mechanical repairs across a range of vehicles.
• Use modern diagnostic tools to efficiently identify and resolve technical and electrical faults.
• Maintain manufacturer service procedures to ensure high-quality "first-time fix" results and high workshop productivity.
• Collaborate closely with a skilled team to uphold our strong reputation for customer trust and workshop excellence.

• Qualifications &
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven track record working as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, or Service Specialist in a professional workshop setting. NVQ/IMI Level 2 or Level 3 preferred, though time-served technical experience is also considered. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Technical Skill: Strong knowledge of general vehicle servicing, diagnostics, and mechanical repair; experience with premium or specialist vehicles is a plus.
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential.
  An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
• Attributes: A positive, reliable professional with high attention to detail and a strong work ethic.

Our facility is based in Cheltenham and is ideally situated for a fast, straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Stroud, Cirencester, Winchcombe, Evesham, and surrounding Gloucestershire areas.