Vehicle Technician​/Diagnostic Specialist Workshop

We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our independent workshop team in Faringdon. Moving away from rigid corporate targets, we offer a £36,000–£40,000 basic salary, permanent Monday-to-Friday hours (strictly no weekends), and an environment built on genuine technical autonomy and team support.

• Salary: £36,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your technical experience).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30—enjoy stable weekday hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Benefits & Security: Company pension scheme, free on-site parking, and employee discounts on servicing, parts, and repairs.
• Perks & Environment: Long-term career stability with immediate start options, team events, and ongoing diagnostic training.

Located in Faringdon, we are a leading independent service and MOT centre focused on precision, safety, and high-standard vehicle care. Our workshop is equipped with modern diagnostic systems and specialized tooling, offering an organized, staff-focused atmosphere where mechanics have the support and resources to perform clean, accurate work.

As a vital Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our Faringdon workshop, you will:

• Perform scheduled servicing
  , routine maintenance, and safety inspections across various vehicle makes and models.
• Execute mechanical repairs
  , component replacements, and major work on suspension, steering, and braking systems.
• Apply diagnostic tools to identify, isolate, and repair electrical and mechanical faults cleanly.
• Maintain precise job records and keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety guidelines.

• Qualifications &
  
  Experience:
  
  NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with a solid background in fault-finding and mechanical repair. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential.
  An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
• Equipment: Must possess your own hand tools for daily workshop repair tasks.
• Key Strengths: Strong problem-solving mindset, high attention to detail, and a collaborative work ethic.

Situated in Faringdon, our facility is conveniently located for an easy daily commute from Swindon, Highworth, Witney, Wantage, Cirencester, Abingdon, and the surrounding Oxfordshire and Wiltshire regions.

Ready to take on a secure workshop role that values your skills and keeps your weekends free?