Mechanic

Alecto Recruitment; Braintree; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-brand service centre in Braintree seeks a Mechanic to join their expanding team. This full-time position offers diverse technical tasks, opportunities for progression with manufacturer-led training, and great benefits. Ideal candidates will be NVQ Level 3 qualified and exhibit strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Healthcare cash plan

Mental and physical health support

Additional holiday entitlement for length of service

Your birthday off

Retail offers and discount vouchers

Company car scheme eligibility

Free MOT for staff

Opportunities for progression through ongoing training

Apprentice Technician Mentoring Scheme

Staff discounts on servicing, repairs and parts

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Confident diagnosing across multiple brands (Bosch, Japanese, French).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Team-focused and capable of working independently.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle servicing and repairs in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnosing and repairing complex faults across various vehicle brands.
• Completing job cards and required documentation accurately.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Communication

Customer Service

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair

Job description

Mechanic
Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 (DOE) + Bonus
Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Busy Multi-Brand Workshop
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (1-hour unpaid lunch)
Saturdays: 1 in 3 rota, 8:00am - 12:00pm

The Opportunity
A busy and well-established multi-brand service centre is looking to expand its technical team. If you enjoy working across a wide range of makes and models and thrive in a diagnostic-heavy role, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a progressive workshop environment.

With access to manufacturer-led training, including EV and MOT certifications, this role offers both technical variety and genuine career progression.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out vehicle servicing and repairs in line with manufacturer standards

• Diagnosing and repairing complex faults across various vehicle brands

• Completing job cards, health checks and all required documentation accurately

• Working as part of a collaborative workshop team

What We're Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair or equivalent - essential

• MOT licence - preferred

• Confident diagnosing across multiple brands (Bosch, Japanese, French, etc.)

• Previous main dealer experience - preferred but not essential

• Full UK driving licence

• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Team-focused with strong communication and customer service ability

• Capable of working independently and unsupervised

Why Join the Team?

• Healthcare cash plan

• Mental and physical health support (via BEN)

• Additional holiday entitlement for length of service

• Your birthday off

• Retail offers and discount vouchers

• Company car scheme eligibility (after qualifying period)

• Free MOT for staff

• Opportunities for progression through ongoing training

• Apprentice Technician Mentoring Scheme

• Staff discounts on servicing, repairs and parts

• Company pension scheme

Ready to Apply?
Take the next step in your career by sending your CV to (url removed).

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. If your experience matches, please forward your CV immediately.

Take the next step in your career with a company that supports, rewards, and develops its people.

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You may be: Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, MOT Tester, Light Vehicle Technician, Automotive Engineer, Service Technician, Car Mechanic, Bosch Technician.