Vehicle Technician ​/ Diagnostic Specialist (£35k-£40k

Tired of working in high-pressure, under-equipped garages where your technical development is ignored and your personal life is treated as an afterthought?

We are hiring an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our highly respected team in Newport. If you want a secure weekday role with state-of-the-art factory tooling, premium brand training, and industry-leading holiday, we offer a £35,000–£40,000 basic salary, permanent Monday-to-Friday hours (08:00–17:00, no weekends), and a proper technician-first culture.

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Positioned directly within our standard bracket depending on experience).
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00—mandate mandatory weekend shifts.
• Holiday & Family Care: 33 days of annual leave (including Bank Holidays) alongside premium maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Perks & Security: Vehicle discount schemes, high street/gym discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, one paid volunteer day per year, and long-service awards with a premier automotive group.

Based in Newport, we operate a modern, forward-thinking workshop focused on continuous development and technician appreciation. We combine high-spec diagnostic technology and advanced factory tooling with a clean, safe, and supportive environment. We reject rigid corporate pressure and focus on diversity, inclusion, and helping every team member thrive.

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

• Carry out routine servicing
  , manufacturer safety inspections, and general mechanical maintenance.
• Use high-spec diagnostic tools to systematically troubleshoot and resolve technical, electrical, and mechanical faults.
• Follow structured repair processes to deliver clean, safe "first-time fix" results.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to keep the workshop running smoothly across a wide range of vehicles.

• Qualifications &
  
  Experience:
  
  NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance with proven experience as a Vehicle Technician or Mechanic. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: A 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 work ethic, reliable diagnostic skills, and a team-first mindset.

Situated in Newport, our facility offers a straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Cardiff, Cwmbran, Chepstow, Caldicot, Pontypool, Bristol, and the surrounding South Wales and South West areas.