Vehicle Technician – Car Mechanic

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year (Depending on experience)
• Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Saturdays: None – Weekends Off! Reclaim your personal time
• Flexibility: Flexible working hours offered to support your lifestyle
• Training: Structured pathways to Senior/Master Tech level and accreditation support
• Incentives: Performance‑related productivity rewards and efficiency bonuses
• Perks: Free on‑site parking, professional uniform, and modern staff facilities

Based in Reading, we are a well‑established independent specialist recognized for engineering quality and reliability. Our high‑volume workshop handles full vehicle maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and complex electrical fault resolution across multiple manufacturers. We pride ourselves on being a "technician‑first" business, focusing on precision workmanship and supporting your journey through to advanced master‑level engineering within a friendly, high‑retention team.

• Carry out routine servicing, engine work, and mechanical repairs.
• Use modern automotive software and diagnostic tools to identify and rectify complex faults.
• Support senior technicians with high‑level fault diagnosis to grow your technical skills.
• Perform thorough vehicle health checks, safety inspections, and maintain accurate technical records.
• Deliver "first‑time fix" results to maintain our excellent local reputation.

• Qualifications: Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair is preferred (with a desire to progress toward Level 3 or MOT accreditation).
• Experience: Minimum 18 months workshop experience as a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, or Workshop Mechanic—we are happy to have a flexible discussion based on your skills.
• Tools: Your own vehicle repair tools are preferred.
• Compliance: A full UK driving license is essential.

Our facility is based in Reading, making it a perfect commute for automotive professionals based in Wokingham, Bracknell, Theale, Caversham, Woodley, Henley‑on‑Thames, and surrounding Berkshire areas.