Vehicle Technician ​/ Car Mechanic Facility

Hit a glass ceiling at your local fast-fit or independent garage?

You don't need years of prestige dealership experience to step up into a world-class environment. If you have the work ethic and the basic technical foundation, we have the factory-level training, cutting-edge facilities, and dedicated support to help you make the leap.

We are hiring a Vehicle Technician to join our state-of-the-art service facility in Reading. This is your opportunity to trade high-volume stress for structured, professional career progression.

• Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per year (Positioned transparently to match your current experience and qualifications).
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30—enjoy complete weekend freedom with strictly no weekend shifts.
• Holiday: Enhanced 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays) so you can actually switch off and recharge.
• Perks: Subsidised car schemes, high street retail discounts, gym membership savings, cycle-to-work scheme, free on-site parking, and premium workwear provided.
• Advanced Tech: Work in a spotlessly clean, modern workshop equipped with the latest brand-specific diagnostic software, top-tier tooling, and supplied PPE.

As a leading automotive group, we don't just fix cars—we build careers. We’ve built a workshop culture in Reading that rejects the old-school, high‑pressure dealership stereotypes. Instead, we focus on genuine team collaboration, safety‑first standards, and investing heavily in our people so they stay long‑term.

As a vital Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our modern Reading facility, you will:

• Handle a diverse mix of vehicle diagnostics
  , routine vehicle servicing, and complex mechanical repairs.
• Use diagnostic scanners and factory software to systematically track down and fix tricky electrical and mechanical faults.
• Work to clear, structured manufacturer guidelines
  , ensuring every job is completed safely and efficiently.
• Keep digital job cards updated and collaborate closely with a supportive team of master technicians.

• Qualifications: A recognized automotive qualification (NVQ Level 2 or 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent). F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Experience: Solid background in an auto repair shop, fast-fit centre, independent garage, or MOT centre.
• 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 and servicing tasks effectively.
• Key Strengths: A strong team-player attitude, a sharp eye for detail, and the motivation to learn modern vehicle systems.

Based in Reading, our modern dealership facility offers an easy, straightforward daily commute for technicians based in Wokingham, Bracknell, Maidenhead, Slough, Newbury, Henley-on-Thames, and surrounding Berkshire areas.