Auto Mechanic ​/ Diagnostic Technician – Modern Workshop

Bored of working on the same repetitive commuter hatchbacks, or tired of the relentless, target-driven grind of a corporate dealership?

It is time to specialize and get your weekends back.

We are hiring a Vehicle Technician / Specialist Mechanic to join our busy, highly respected workshop team in Newbury. We have spent over four decades operating as Berkshire’s leading independent specialist for premium all-wheel-drive and utility vehicles. If you want to work in a clean, modern, fully equipped environment where your heavy mechanical skills and diagnostic brains are genuinely respected, this is your next step.

• Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year (Flat basic salary, fully matched to your specialist experience and technical skill level).
• Schedule: Permanent, stable weekday hours with strictly no weekend shifts required.
• Holiday: 22 days of annual leave plus all standard Bank Holidays to protect your personal time.
• Perks: Secure company pension scheme, sick pay after probation, employee discounts, free on-site parking, and premium workwear provided.
• Progression: Real, funded opportunities for ongoing professional training and advanced technical development.

Located in the heart of Berkshire, we reject high-pressure franchise dealer politics in favor of a stable, friendly, and collaborative team. Because we specialize in premium AWD, 4x4, and utility vehicles, our modern Newbury facility is heavily invested in specialized tools, advanced diagnostic systems, and a workflow that prioritizes engineering quality over high-volume rush.

As a vital Vehicle Technician / Specialist Mechanic in our Newbury facility, you will:

• Carry out premium vehicle servicing
  , scheduled maintenance, and complex mechanical repairs on specialized off-road and utility vehicles.
• Use specialist diagnostic equipment and multi-brand software to systematically trace, troubleshoot, and resolve intricate mechanical and electrical faults.
• Conduct comprehensive safety inspections
  , steering/suspension setups, and drivetrain overhauls.
• Deliver high-quality "first-time fix" results while maintaining an organized, clean bay and collaborating with a close-knit technical team.

• Qualifications: Formal automotive training or certifications (NVQ Level 2, Level 3, or equivalent time-served background). F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Experience: A proven track record working as a confident Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic in a professional garage environment.
• Licensing: A full UK driving licence is required.
  An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not essential.
• Equipment: Must possess your own hand tools to carry out daily repair, diagnostic, and servicing tasks effectively.
• Key Strengths: Strong diagnostic problem-solving skills, excellent attention to safety detail, and a proud, efficient approach to your work.

Based in Newbury, our specialist workshop offers a fast and straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Thatcham, Reading, Basingstoke, Andover, Hungerford, Swindon, and surrounding Berkshire and Hampshire areas.