Maintenance Technician / Mechanic - Workshop Based - Southampton

Enterprise Rent-A-Car; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle rental company is seeking a Maintenance Technician / Mechanic in Southampton, focused on servicing and repairing vehicles in a supportive environment. Join a team where your skills are valued with a competitive salary, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and experience with HGVs or LCVs.

Benefits

Generous leave including bank holidays

Comprehensive benefits including pension

Employee discounts on car hire

Qualifications

• Proactive approach towards vehicle maintenance.
• Passion for working with vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance tasks on Rental Vehicles.
• Test and check systems and components for safety.
• Identify and repair worn parts to prevent breakdowns.
• Record work accurately in the computer systems.
• Complete jobs fully before end of shift.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance skills

Detail-oriented approach

HGV/LCV experience

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Overview

Competitive Salary + Overtime + Career Progression

Join a Team That Keeps the UK Moving

Make Your Move and join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly moves the world. At Enterprise Mobility, we operate one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic vehicle fleets. Now, we’re looking for a skilled and motivated Maintenance Technician / Mechanic to join our Flex-E-Rent Southampton workshop team. If you’re passionate about vehicles and want to work in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment, this is your opportunity to thrive.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay – With overtime paid at 1.25x and annual salary reviews.
• Structured Career Development – Our 5‑stage training programme can take you to Master Technician level.
• Work‑Life Balance – Monday to Friday schedule with no weekend shifts.
• Generous Leave – 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30+ with service + bank holidays + time off on your Birthday!
• Comprehensive Benefits – Including pension, life assurance, access to same day virtual private GP appointments & more!
• Employee Perks – Discounts on car hire, Cycle to Work scheme, paid volunteer days.

Location

Enterprise Flex‑E‑Rent, 18 Premier Way, Abbey Park Industrial Estate, Romsey SO51 9DQ

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Carry out maintenance tasks & servicing on Rental Vehicles.
• Test and check that systems and components are safe, secure and working properly.
• Identify and repair or replace worn parts ahead of the vehicle’s breakdown or damage.
• Test drive vehicles where permitted and correct driving license is held.
• Record work carried out on computer systems accordingly and accurately as you go, submitting paperwork to the Workshop Manager /Lead Tech at the end of each day/ shift.
• Complete jobs in full before the end of your shift or carry out job handover as required ensuring the vehicle is left in a safe condition with necessary safety signage present.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Experience working with HGVs or LCVs
• A Full UK / Irish / EU Class C or CE (formerly Class 1 or 2) Manual Driving Licence
• A proactive, detail‑oriented approach and a passion for vehicle maintenance

Enterprise Mobility is a family‑owned business that values its people. We invest in your growth, support your ambitions, and offer a stable, rewarding career path.

Apply Now

Apply now and take the next step in your journey with a company that puts technicians first. Should you require our relocation assistance please speak to a member of the Talent Acquisition Team for details.

Please note that all applicants must have the ability to pass a security check involving financial probity and basic criminality.