Automotive Technician

Automotive Technician

Location:

Salisbury Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year Are you passionate about the automotive industry and looking for a role where your skills are valued, your development is encouraged, and every day brings something different? Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an Automotive Technician to help maintain our industry-standard workshops, vehicles, and equipment, ensuring students have the best possible environment to develop their practical skills.

Whether you're looking to move away from the pressures of a commercial workshop or are ready to put your automotive qualifications to good use, this varied role offers the opportunity to share your expertise, support the next generation of technicians, and enjoy excellent work-life balance, generous benefits, and a supportive team.

What We Offer Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to progress into higher-graded roles Contract Type:
Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Year-Round Employment:
No unpaid breaks between contracts Outstanding Benefits Local Government Pension Scheme a strong, secure foundation for your future Generous Holiday Entitlement 30 days paid annual leave plus 8 days paid bank holidays College closure and wellbeing days including a 2-week paid Christmas closure Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 confidential wellbeing, legal, and financial support Free On-Site Gyms available across multiple campuses Lifestyle Discounts savings on retail, technology, travel, and leisure Cycle-to-Work Scheme save money while staying active Professional Development ongoing training and career progression opportunities Additional Perks discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced attraction entry A stable role with benefits that support your life today and your future tomorrow.

What Youll Do Maintain safe, organised, and fully equipped Automotive workshops Support practical teaching sessions and hands-on vehicle maintenance projects Assist students in developing confidence and essential motor vehicle skills Take pride in maintaining tools, equipment, and a professional workshop environment What Youll Bring NVQ Level 2 or above in Motor Vehicle / Automotive Technology (or a closely related qualification youre keen to put into practice) Practical experience in vehicle servicing, diagnostics, repair, and maintenance ?

Why Choose This Path? Continue using the automotive skills youve worked hard to develop without:
Physically demanding daily workshop labour Long or unpredictable working hours Weekend shifts and job insecurity Pressure-driven dealership environments A role that keeps you hands-on with the trade, while giving you more time for life outside work. ? Make a move that truly pays off If youre ready for a more secure, balanced, and rewarding future in automotive education, wed love to hear from you.

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, locatedat the bottom of this pageas a downloadable document. Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Safer Recruitment Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the childrens barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates. We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

Closing date: 9 th August 2026 Shortlist date: 10 th August 2026 Interview date: 26th August 2026