Vehicle Technician – VAG Brand Specialist – Car Mechanic

Are you a Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic looking for the ultimate career upgrade? We are hiring now for an immediate start! We are part of one of the South East’s premier independent automotive networks, operating multiple specialist sites across Kent and Sussex.

This isn't just another garage job. You get the elite backing, official VAG diagnostic platforms, and massive job security of a major network, but with the friendly, supportive atmosphere of a local workshop. With a high basic salary up to £45,000 and an uncapped bonus structure, your earning potential is completely in your hands.

• Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 Basic (Depending on experience)
• Bonus: Uncapped monthly performance bonuses (£52,000 OTE)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-Time
• Saturdays: None – Weekends are yours to keep!
• Training: Official VAG Manufacturer training (VW, Audi, SEAT, Skoda) + Hybrid and EV certifications to future-proof your career
• The Network: Join a powerhouse network with extensive internal promotion opportunities
• Perks: Tool insurance, staff recognition awards, internal team incentives, free parking, and family discounts

We are a premium independent specialist group known across Kent and Sussex for engineering excellence and 5-star customer service. While we have the muscle, high-end dealer equipment, and workflow of a large network, we remain a family-run business  specialize heavily in Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) vehicles, investing heavily in our staff, workshop ramps, and the latest diagnostic systems to ensure our team can perform precision, main-dealer standard workmanship without the corporate pressure.

As a specialized VAG Technician / Car Mechanic in our modern Tunbridge Wells facility, you will:

• Carry out expert maintenance, routine servicing, and complex repairs across the Volkswagen Group range.
• Use dealer-level diagnostic kit and manufacturer software to resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults.
• Get hands-on with the latest hybrid and electric vehicle systems (including the VW ).
• Work efficiently in a high-workflow, well-organized bay where precision quality is rewarded.
• Collaborate with a stable, close-knit team backed by highly experienced workshop management.

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent experience).
• Experience: Minimum 1+ years of experience as a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, or Workshop Mechanic.
• Skills: A strong interest in VAG vehicles, excellent fault-finding capabilities, and pride in clean, "right first time" workmanship.
• Compliance: A full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Ambition: A desire to secure a long-term career home where your technical skills will be developed through continuous training.

Our specialist facility is perfectly located in Tunbridge Wells, making it an easy and straightforward commute for automotive professionals based in Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Crowborough, and surrounding areas across Kent or East Sussex.

We are interviewing now. Click 'Apply' today for a fast response within 24–48 hours!