VAG Specialist Vehicle Technician – Elite Independent – No Weekends

Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – £35,000 to £45,000 Basic (Negotiable) – Mon to Fri

Tired of the relentless pressure of main dealer targets and corporate micromanagement? Step into a premium workshop where your specialist German engineering skills are highly valued, respected, and rewarded. Operating in Dorking since 1960, we are a family-run independent automotive specialist with over six decades of rock-solid heritage and an unmatched local reputation.

About Us
We are a premier, long-established VAG specialist garage that combines main-dealer technical expertise with the supportive, down-to-earth atmosphere of a trusted family business. We focus on engineering vehicles properly, utilizing advanced specialist diagnostic tooling and genuine parts.

We don't chase soul-destroying corporate targets or force you into high-pressure bonus schemes. We focus entirely on precision craftsmanship. We invest heavily in our team’s future, providing fully funded training—including official MOT Tester certification and F-Gas refrigerant qualification
—to ensure you remain at the absolute cutting edge of modern vehicle technology.

The Payload:

• Solid Basic Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per year (fully open and negotiable based on your current VAG experience level).
• Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm (Focused on a healthy work-life balance).
• Weekend Policy:
  Strictly No Weekends! Your Saturdays and Sundays are 100% yours.
• Professional Development: Fully funded training pathways including MOT Tester training and F-Gas certification
  .
• Perks & Extras: Secure company pension scheme, free on-site parking, premium workwear, and a relaxed but highly professional working environment.
• Location: Conveniently based in Dorking, making for a straightforward commute from Reigate, Leatherhead, Horsham, or Guildford.

• VAG Specialism: Performing in-depth diagnostics, complex fault-finding, and mechanical repairs across Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, and Škoda vehicles.
• True Variety: Handling a mix of clean, technical work—from advanced electrical troubleshooting and module programming to timing chains, clutches, and routine specialist servicing.
• Climate Control & Safety: Utilizing your current or upcoming F-Gas and MOT certifications to handle air conditioning maintenance and safety inspections.
• Quality Over Speed: Working in a pace-over-pressure workshop environment where a meticulous, "right first time" fix is valued above all else.

What We Need From You:

• Experience: Proven, hands-on experience working as a Vehicle Technician, preferably with strong brand exposure to the VAG group (Audi, VW, SEAT, Škoda).
• Qualifications: Level 3 qualified (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent portfolio). An existing MOT license or F-Gas qualification is a bonus, but we are fully prepared to train and certify the right person.
• Standards: A professional who takes genuine pride in clean engineering, maintains an organized bay, and has a meticulous eye for detail.
• A full UK driving licence.

Stop dealing with dealership politics. Reclaim your weekends and secure a long-term career with an established specialist team that knows your name and backs your growth.

Apply Now:Click apply today to start a completely confidential conversation with our team. We respond to every single application within 24 to 48 hours.