VAG Commercial Vehicle Master Technician

ANT Recruitment; London Borough of Hounslow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Pension

Life insurance

Holiday enhancements

EV salary-sacrifice scheme

Tool insurance

Company events

Job summary

ANT Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Master Technician at a busy Heathrow / Feltham workshop. You will take technical ownership of complex diagnostics on light commercial vehicles, diagnose and repair systems, and mentor colleagues to uphold high standards.

Salary: £47,000 p.a. plus £2,452 p.a. for Saturday rota and £2,000 extra for an EV qualification. 40 hours per week, Mon–Fri, with occasional Saturday mornings.

Qualifications

• Master Technician accreditation from any vehicle manufacturer
• Advanced fault diagnosis across light commercial vehicles
• Ability to coach technicians and apprentices
• Willingness to align to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles standards

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of complex and repeat diagnostic faults on light commercial vehicles
• Diagnose and repair engines, fuel systems, transmission, electrical and electronic systems
• Lead effective quality assurance and support workshop colleagues with difficult cases
• Mentor technicians, advise apprentices and share fault-finding methods
• Use manufacturer systems, complete detailed repair records and participate in accredited training

Skills

Master Technician Accreditation

Advanced fault diagnosis

Coaching technicians

Manufacturer training

Job description

VAG Commercial Vehicle Master Technician - Heathrow / Feltham

• Location: Heathrow / Feltham
• Sector: Commercial Vehicle Engineering
• Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
• Recruitment Partner: ANT Recruitment

About the Company

We are recruiting for an established, family-run commercial vehicle business with a busy workshop operation. You will join an approachable team with experienced technical colleagues, manufacturer training and opportunities to develop your career.

The Role

We are looking for a Master Technician to bring advanced diagnostic and repair expertise to an established light commercial vehicle workshop at Heathrow / Feltham. You will take ownership of challenging technical work, support colleagues with complex faults and help maintain high repair standards. We welcome Master Technicians from other manufacturers who are ready to develop their Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of complex and repeat diagnostic faults on light commercial vehicles
• Diagnose and repair engines, fuel systems, transmission, electrical and electronic systems
• Lead effective quality assurance and support workshop colleagues with difficult cases
• Mentor technicians, advise apprentices and share efficient fault-finding methods
• Use manufacturer systems, complete detailed repair records and participate in accredited training

Skills and Experience Required

• Master Technician accreditation from any vehicle manufacturer
• Advanced fault diagnosis across light commercial vehicles, systems-level reasoning and complex repair capability
• Ability to coach technicians and apprentices and maintain excellent technical documentation
• Willingness to undergo technical skills and training-needs assessment to bridge to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles standards
• Prior light commercial vehicle experience preferred; strong transferable manufacturer technical background considered

Candidate Profile

You combine advanced diagnostic ability with a willingness to share your knowledge. You can guide colleagues through difficult repairs, support developing technicians and maintain high standards of workmanship.

Salary, Bonus and Full Package

We offer:

• Basic salary of £47,000 per annum
• An additional £2,452 per annum for participation in the Saturday rota
• Overtime opportunities, with weekends and hours outside basic hours paid at time and a half

• A further £2,000 per annum for a relevant EV qualification, subject to proof of qualification

Working Hours and Shift Arrangements

• 40 basic hours per week
• Monday to Friday
• Saturday morning rota: one in three mornings

Why This Opportunity?

We provide a comprehensive benefits package:

• 30 days' annual leave including bank holidays
• Additional leave at 3, 5, 7 and 10 years' service
• Option to purchase up to three additional days' holiday
• Manufacturer training and career development
• Workplace pension and life insurance
• Employee accident cover
• Tool insurance
• Uniform and PPE provided
• One free Class IV MOT each year
• Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice and cycle-to-work schemes
• Access to mental health first aiders
• £1,500 technician referral reward, subject to scheme terms
• Two weeks' paternity leave on full pay
• A friendly, supportive family-run working environment

This permanent opportunity offers the chance to lead challenging light commercial vehicle diagnostics, support developing technicians and build your expertise within a manufacturer-supported workshop.