Vechicle Technician

Auto Skills UK; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

Enhanced overtime rate

Flexible working options

35 days leave incl Bank Holidays

Healthcare cash plan

Pension with life cover

Training opportunities

Tool insurance

Cycle to work

Eyecare vouchers

Free flu jabs

Staff referral scheme

Vehicle discount

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician in Newcastle to service, diagnose and repair vehicles to manufacturer standards. The role offers a competitive basic salary, uncapped bonus and flexible working patterns.

You will perform servicing, diagnostics and repairs, interpreting data and maintaining high workshop standards while delivering excellent customer service. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent automotive qualification.
• Experience as Vehicle Technician in a dealership or workshop.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong servicing, maintenance and repair experience.
• Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and technical repairs.
• Diagnosing faults using appropriate measuring and diagnostic equipment.
• Interpreting manufacturer technical data and repair instructions.
• Removing and installing vehicle components using manufacturer procedures.
• Completing vehicle health checks and identifying additional work.
• Preparing new and Approved Used vehicles.
• Accurately completing job cards, including repairs, parts, labour and hours worked.
• Reporting additional faults and delays to the Workshop Controller or Service Manager.
• Ensuring all work meets required safety and quality standards.
• Maintaining excellent vehicle care and workshop standards.

Skills

NVQ Level 3+

Experience as Vehicle Technician

Servicing & maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Health & safety

Teamwork

UK Driving Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic / Automotive Technician

Location: Newcastle

Salary: £35,500 - £52,000 DOE + Uncapped Bonus

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Vehicle Technician - Up to £52,000 + Uncapped Bonus

Looking for a Vehicle Technician role where your experience is properly rewarded, your earning potential is uncapped, and your working hours can be tailored around your lifestyle?

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic to join an established premium automotive business in Newcastle. With salaries of £35,500 - £52,000 depending on experience and qualifications, uncapped bonuses, enhanced overtime rates and flexible working options, this is an excellent opportunity for technicians looking for both earning potential and work-life balance.

What's in it for You?

• £35,500 - £52,000 basic salary DOE
• Uncapped bonus scheme
• Enhanced hourly overtime rate
• Flexible working options subject to availability
• Seasonal or term-time working patterns
• Evening shifts available
• Customised flexible hours
• 33 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays
• Healthcare cash plan
• Employee vehicle discount schemes
• Pension scheme including life cover
• Internal and manufacturer training
• Tool insurance
• Staff referral scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• Free flu jabs

The Role

As a Vehicle Technician, you'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining, diagnosing and repairing vehicles to manufacturer standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out routine servicing, maintenance and technical repairs
• Diagnosing faults using appropriate measuring and diagnostic equipment
• Interpreting manufacturer technical data and repair instructions
• Removing and installing vehicle components using manufacturer procedures
• Completing vehicle health checks and identifying additional work
• Preparing new and Approved Used vehicles
• Accurately completing job cards, including repairs, parts, labour and hours worked
• Reporting additional faults and delays to the Workshop Controller or Service Manager
• Ensuring all work meets required safety and quality standards
• Maintaining excellent vehicle care and workshop standards

About You

We're looking for a skilled and motivated Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic with strong technical ability and a commitment to quality.

You'll ideally have:

• Relevant automotive qualifications, ideally NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician within a dealership or workshop
• Strong servicing, maintenance and repair experience
• Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• A professional approach to health and safety
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK Driving Licence