Auto Technician / Mechanical & Diagnostic Specialist

Volkswagen Group; Godalming; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Workplace pension scheme

Free on-site staff parking

High-spec diagnostic equipment (ODIS)

Ongoing technical development

Job summary

Volkswagen Group in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Vehicle Technician / VAG Specialist to join a premier independent service centre. You will service vehicles, perform diagnostics using ODIS, and address electrical and engine faults with a focus on first-time fixes.

The role offers a Monday–Friday daytime schedule (08:30–17:00) with no weekend shifts, a pension scheme, on-site parking, and access to high-spec diagnostic equipment for ongoing development.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Proven workshop experience with VAG platforms (Audi, VW, SEAT, Škoda).
• F-Gas certification is preferred or interest in obtaining it.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, brake overhauls, clutch replacements, timing belts/chains, and general mechanical maintenance.
• Utilize official ODIS and modern diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve electrical, mechanical, and engine faults.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards to deliver first-time fix and workshop efficiency.
• Collaborate with workshop colleagues to ensure smooth job flow and uphold customer trust.

Skills

NVQ Level 2/3

MOT Tester licence (preferred)

Full UK driving licence

Diagnostic mindset

Hand tools owned

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

ODIS

ODIS dealer diagnostics

Job description

We are a premier independent VAG specialist and service centre with over 20 years of trusted industry experience. We handle everything from routine manufacturer-compliant servicing and MOT testing to complex electrical fault-finding and advanced mechanical repairs across Audi, VW, SEAT, Škoda, and other major vehicle makes. Our workshop is equipped with official dealer-level diagnostic systems, allowing our technicians to perform high-grade technical work efficiently. Your Role As a vital member of our technical team, you will:

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, brake overhauls, clutch replacements, timing belts/chains, and general mechanical maintenance.
• Utilize official ODIS and modern diagnostic tools to systematically troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical, mechanical, and engine management faults.
• Maintain high safety and quality standards to deliver clean "first-time fix" results and maintain workshop efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with workshop colleagues to ensure smooth job flow and uphold our long-standing reputation for customer trust.
  Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair. Proven experience working in a professional workshop setting with strong knowledge of VAG platforms (Audi, VW, SEAT, Škoda). F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools for daily workshop repair tasks. Strong diagnostic mindset, keen eye for detail, and a reliable work ethic.
• We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / VAG Specialist to join our established independent garage and service centre. Specializing in German engineering across Volkswagen Group brands alongside general aftersales servicing, we provide a clean, modern workshop environment equipped with official ODIS dealer diagnostics where your skills are genuinely valued and your weekends are strictly your own.
  Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:00-enjoy stable daytime hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Perks & Support: Workplace pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, high-spec diagnostic equipment (including official ODIS platforms), and ongoing technical development opportunities.
• Workplace Culture: Join a friendly, family-run independent team operating without corporate dealer politics or high-pressure targets.