Technician

Autoskills-Uk; Livingston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Autoskills-Uk near Livingston, Scotland, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a well-established, family-run workshop. You will diagnose faults, carry out servicing and repairs, and maintain prestige vehicles to the highest standards.

This permanent, full-time role offers a salary up to £55,000 depending on experience, with opportunities to develop your technical expertise across premium vehicle marques in a supportive, long-term environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' workshop experience as a Vehicle Technician or similar.
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical fault-finding abilities.
• Experience across premium, luxury or performance marques.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnostics and fault finding: identify and resolve complex faults.
• Vehicle servicing: carry out routine servicing and preventative maintenance.
• Mechanical repairs: complete high-quality repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Electrical diagnostics: investigate faults and identify solutions.
• Vehicle inspections: thorough mechanical inspections and identifying work required.
• MOT preparation: prepare vehicles for MOT testing and repairs.
• Quality control: ensure work is accurate, efficient, with attention to detail.

Skills

Diagnostics mastery

Servicing & maintenance

Electrical fault-finding

Driving licence

Job description

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Location: East Calder, near Livingston, West Lothian

Salary & OTE: Up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN ROLE?

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician or Diagnostic Technician who thrives on working with Motor vehicles? Looking for a role where your diagnostic skills are valued, your workmanship matters and you can work on an impressive range of high-specification vehicles every day? An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join a well-established, family-run automotive business near Livingston. With over 50 years of industry experience, this business has built a strong reputation for quality, professionalism and exceptional customer service. Offering a competitive salary of up to £55,000, depending on experience, this is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Vehicle Technician looking for long-term stability, a supportive working environment and the chance to work on some fantastic prestige vehicles.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Work on a varied range of prestige, luxury, 4x4, sports and performance vehicles.
• A well-established business with over 50 years of industry experience.
• A friendly, professional and supportive family-run workshop.
• Good working conditions and a stable working environment.
• The opportunity to develop your technical expertise across premium vehicle marques.
• A business that values quality workmanship, attention to detail and long-term commitment.

THE ROLE: VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

As a Vehicle Technician, you will play a key role in maintaining and preparing a premium selection of prestige vehicles to the highest mechanical and presentation standards. Working on a varied range of luxury and performance vehicles, you will use your technical expertise to diagnose faults, carry out repairs and ensure vehicles are maintained to manufacturer standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Diagnostics and fault finding: Identifying and resolving complex mechanical and electrical faults using your diagnostic knowledge and experience.
• Vehicle servicing: Carrying out routine servicing and preventative maintenance to ensure vehicles are in excellent mechanical condition.
• Mechanical repairs: Completing high-quality repairs in line with manufacturer specifications and workshop standards.
• Electrical diagnostics: Investigating electrical faults and identifying effective, accurate solutions.
• Vehicle inspections: Carrying out thorough mechanical inspections and identifying any work required.
• MOT preparation: Preparing vehicles for MOT testing and completing any necessary repairs to ensure they meet the required standards.
• Quality control: Ensuring all work is completed accurately, efficiently and with exceptional attention to detail.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician who enjoys technical challenges and takes pride in maintaining vehicles to a high standard.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for a skilled, reliable and experienced Vehicle Technician who understands the importance of precision and quality when working on prestige vehicles. To be considered, you should have:

• At least 5 years' workshop experience as a Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic or Automotive Technician.
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical fault-finding abilities.
• Experience working across a range of premium, luxury or performance vehicle marques.
• The ability to carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs to a high standard.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in your workmanship.
• A professional, hardworking and dependable attitude.
• The ability to work independently and contribute positively to a close-knit team.
• A full, valid UK driving licence.

Candidates with experience as a Master Technician, Senior Mechanic, Diagnostic Technician, Service Technician, MOT Tester or Light Vehicle Technician are also encouraged to apply, provided they have the relevant mechanical experience.

READY FOR YOUR NEXT MOVE?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician or Mechanic looking for a rewarding opportunity near Livingston, with a salary of up to £55,000 and the chance to work on an exceptional range of vehicles, we'd love to hear from you.