Vehicle Technician​/Car Mechanic – Local Favourite in Cattawade

Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – High-End Independent
Location: Manningtree (CO11)
Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 basic (Depending on experience)
The Team: 3 Skilled Techs + 1 MOT Tester | Over 30 years serving the local community

Tired of the dealership "bonus-chase"? Join a team that actually stays together.

We don't just fix cars—we serve the local Manningtree community. We are a highly-rated, VOSA-approved independent workshop where customers know us by name and trust us with their vehicles. We aren't a "revolving door" for staff; our team members are long-term fixtures who enjoy a stable, supportive work environment.

We are looking for a 5th team member who wants to escape the corporate "box-ticking" culture and move into a workshop where technical skill, reliability, and the local community come first.

The Difference:

• Christmas Closure: We typically close over the Christmas and New Year period, ensuring you get guaranteed quality time with your family.
• Highly Rated: We are proud members of the Good Garage Scheme with a 4.7-star reputation built on honesty and quality.
• Proper Culture: Our staff stay because they are treated with respect, paid well, and never micro-managed.
• Stress-Free Commute: We offer free on-site parking for all staff.

The Role:
Proper Mechanical Engineering We need a technician who enjoys the satisfaction of a "first-time fix" and is comfortable with the heavy stuff:

• Mechanical Repairs: Full clutch replacements, cambelts, water pumps, and timing chains.
• Diagnostics: Using modern equipment and your own expertise to find real solutions.
• Variety: Working on everything from daily drivers to specialist vehicles (we are the local Falken Tyre specialists).
• Collaboration: Working alongside our dedicated MOT tester and tech team to keep our customers safe.

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Top-Tier Pay: £35k – £42k basic. We value your "know-how" and pay accordingly.
• Local Reputation: Work for a garage where customers actually appreciate your skill.
• Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday (08:00 - 17:30) with Saturdays on a fair rota (08:00 - 13:00).
• Environment: A stable, well-equipped, and friendly workshop in the heart of the community.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Ideally 5+ years in a workshop environment (Level 3 or "Time-Served").
• Skills: You must be confident in clutches and cambelts. We need a "proper" mechanic who likes to get stuck in.
• Attitude: Professional, reliable, and looking for a long-term career move.
• License: Full UK Driving Licence is essential.

How to Apply: If you are a Vehicle Technician or Service Mechanic in the Manningtree or Colchester area who wants to be respected and properly looked after, this is the move for you.

Apply now for a confidential chat and a look around the workshop.