Experienced Multi-Skilled Vehicle Technician

Ev Tech Recruit; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£35,000–£45,000 per annum

Full-time, permanent

Mon-Fri 8:00 am – 5:30 pm

Hybrid/EV workload

Job summary

Ev Tech Recruit in Sevenoaks, Kent is seeking an Experienced Multi-Skilled Vehicle Technician to join a busy independent workshop. You will service, diagnose and repair petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles, with a focus on cambelt, wet belt and clutch work.

You'll work Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm, in a full-time permanent role offering £35,000–£45,000 per year depending on experience. The ideal candidate has IMI Level 2 and solid hands-on experience in a professional workshop.

Qualifications

• Minimum IMI Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Proven hands-on experience as a Motor Vehicle Technician in a professional workshop.
• Strong practical experience with cambelt, wet belt and clutch repairs.
• Competence in servicing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Experience on passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Ability to work independently and diagnose faults accurately.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across multiple makes and models.
• Undertake cambelt, wet belt and clutch replacements confidently and independently.
• Perform engine, brake and suspension repairs and other mechanical maintenance.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and recommend repairs.
• Work on petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric vehicles within training limits.
• Ensure work meets manufacturer guidelines and safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Diagnosing faults

Independent working

Attention to detail

Mechanical repairs

Vehicle servicing

Education

IMI Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

IMI Level 3 qualification (Desirable)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Job Description

Experienced Multi-Skilled Vehicle Technician

Location: Sevenoaks, Kent

Salary: £35,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

Our client is an established independent automotive repair and servicing business based in the Sevenoaks area of Kent.

The workshop provides servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and mechanical repairs for a wide range of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.

With a focus on professional, reliable service and quality workmanship, our client is seeking an experienced, multi-skilled Vehicle Technician to join their workshop team.

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled and experienced Vehicle Technician who enjoys working across different vehicle makes, models and technologies.

Approximately 80% of the workshop's workload involves conventional petrol and diesel vehicles, with the remaining 20% involving hybrid and fully electric vehicles.

The successful candidate must be confident undertaking general servicing, diagnostics and complex mechanical repairs, particularly cambelt replacements, wet belt replacements and clutch repairs.

Experience working on hybrid and electric vehicles would be advantageous, although the primary requirement is strong, hands on mechanical expertise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs on passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across various vehicle makes and models.
• Undertake cambelt, wet belt and clutch replacements confidently and independently.
• Perform general engine repairs, brake repairs, suspension work and other mechanical maintenance.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and recommend appropriate repairs.
• Work on petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric vehicles within the limits of relevant training and competence.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard, following manufacturer guidance and workshop safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum IMI Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Proven hands-on experience working as a Motor Vehicle Technician in a professional workshop.
• Strong practical experience with cambelt replacements, wet belt replacements and clutch repairs.
• Competence in general servicing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs.
• Experience working on passenger cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Ability to work independently, diagnose faults accurately and complete repairs efficiently.
• Good attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

• IMI Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Experience servicing and repairing hybrid and fully electric vehicles.
• Relevant IMI electric and hybrid vehicle qualifications.
• Familiarity with modern vehicle electrical systems and diagnostic equipment.
• Experience working across multiple vehicle manufacturers.

Benefits

WHAT OUR CLIENT OFFERS

• £35,000–£45,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent employment.
• Monday to Friday working hours, 8:00 am – 5:30 pm.
• A varied workload covering conventional petrol, diesel, hybrid and fully electric vehicles.
• The opportunity to work within an established independent automotive workshop.

PLEASE NOTE

We do not offer visa sponsorship or recruit overseas candidates. Applicants must already be based in the UK and have the legal right to work in the UK.