Vehicle Technician – Independent Specialist; Shropshire

We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our established independent workshop. Known for our commitment to honest customer service and high technical standards, we provide a clean, modern workshop environment where your skills are genuinely valued and your weekends are strictly your own.

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30—enjoy stable weekday hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Perks & Support: Workplace pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, high-spec diagnostic equipment, and ongoing technical development opportunities.
• Workplace Culture: Join a friendly, supportive independent team operating without corporate dealer politics or high-pressure targets.

We are a leading independent service, repair, and MOT centre. We handle everything from routine servicing and safety inspections to complex engine diagnostics and mechanical overhauls across a wide variety of vehicle makes and models. Our workshop is equipped with up-to-date diagnostic technology, allowing our technicians to work productively and deliver exceptional quality.

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

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing
  , brake overhauls, clutch replacements, timing belts, and general mechanical maintenance.
• Utilize modern diagnostic equipment to systematically troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and engine management faults.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards to deliver clean "first-time fix" results and maintain workshop efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with workshop colleagues to ensure smooth job flow and uphold our trusted reputation.

• Qualifications &
  
  Experience:
  
  NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair. Proven experience working in a professional garage setting. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential.
  An active MOT Tester licence (Class 4/7) is preferred but not required.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools for daily workshop tasks. Strong problem-solving mindset, high attention to detail, and a reliable work ethic.

Our facility is ideally situated for an easy daily commute for candidates travelling from Shrewsbury, Oswestry, Wem, Ellesmere, Telford, Shawbury, and surrounding Shropshire areas.