Technician

Auto Skills UK; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Dental Insurance

Eye Care Vouchers

Gym Discounts

Retail Discounts

Ongoing Training & Development

Career Progression Opportunities

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is hiring a Vehicle Technician for our Darlington workshop. You’ll service, diagnose, and repair vehicles to manufacturer standards, delivering quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

The role offers a strong earning potential with a competitive basic salary up to £38,000 and OTE up to £48,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package in a busy, professional dealership environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (essential).
• At least 2 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic.
• Strong technical knowledge and diagnostic skills.
• MOT Tester Licence desirable but not essential.
• Ownership of your own tools and toolbox.
• A positive attitude and ability to work as part of a team.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (licence checks).
• The right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repair work.
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently.
• Performing assembly operations to manufacturer standards.
• Ensuring compliance with manufacturer and health & safety guidelines.
• Accurately documenting all completed service and repair work.
• Providing technical advice and support where required.
• Working collaboratively with the workshop team to maximise productivity.
• Delivering exceptional workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Own tools

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Full UK Manual Driving Licence

Tools

Own tools and toolbox

Job description

VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Location: Darlington

Salary: Up to £38,000 Basic Salary | OTE Up to £48,000

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for a role where your technical skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're a qualified Vehicle Technician looking to join a busy and professional dealership, this is an excellent opportunity to maximise your earnings while working in a supportive workshop that values quality workmanship and invests in its people.

Offering a competitive basic salary, excellent bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package, this role provides the perfect combination of financial reward, career development, and long-term job security within a modern automotive environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Up to £38,000 Basic Salary
• OTE of Up to £48,000
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Dental Insurance
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Gym Discounts
• Retail Discounts
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Full-Time, Permanent Position

THE ROLE

As a Vehicle Technician, you'll be responsible for carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to the highest standards while ensuring every vehicle is completed safely, efficiently, and in line with manufacturer requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repair work
• Diagnosing faults and completing repairs efficiently
• Performing assembly operations to manufacturer standards
• Ensuring compliance with manufacturer and health & safety guidelines
• Accurately documenting all completed service and repair work
• Providing technical advice and support where required
• Working collaboratively with the workshop team to maximise productivity
• Delivering exceptional workmanship and customer satisfaction

ABOUT YOU

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (essential)
• At least 2 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic within the automotive industry
• Strong technical knowledge and diagnostic skills
• MOT Tester Licence desirable but not essential
• Ownership of your own tools and toolbox
• A positive attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (subject to licence checks)
• The right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)