Vehicle Technician

H2O Recruitment & Training Services Ltd.; Fareham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

H2O Recruitment & Training Services Ltd. in Fareham seeks an experienced Vehicle Mechanic/Technician to join a prestige automotive workshop.

You will carry out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs on a range of vehicles, diagnosing faults and ensuring work is completed to the highest standard. The ideal candidate has NVQ Level 3 or equivalent, strong diagnostic skills and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or City & Guilds Level 3) in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Experience with servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Good understanding of vehicle electrical and electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs on a range of vehicles.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults.
• Undertake inspections and identify any additional work required.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard with attention to detail.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic / Technician - Fareham, Hampshire

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Location: Fareham, Hampshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of an established, high-end automotive business in the Fareham area that is looking for an experienced Vehicle Mechanic / Technician to join its growing workshop team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled, hands‑on technician who takes pride in their workmanship and enjoys working with a variety of prestige, performance and specialist vehicles.

The Role

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs on a range of vehicles.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults.
• Undertake inspections and identify any additional work required.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard, with excellent attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment.
• Work closely with the wider team to ensure vehicles are prepared and maintained to the highest standards.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Mechanic, Vehicle Technician or similar.
• Ideally NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding abilities.
• Experience working with prestige or performance vehicles would be advantageous.
• A professional, reliable and enthusiastic approach.
• Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunity to work with an exciting range of vehicles.
• Modern, professional workshop environment.
• Supportive and enthusiastic team.
• Long‑term career opportunities within a growing automotive business.

Essential skills and qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent.
• Proven experience working as a Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Technician.
• Strong mechanical diagnostic and fault‑finding skills.
• Experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Ability to diagnose and repair engine, braking, suspension, steering and transmission faults.
• Confident using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools.
• Good understanding of vehicle electrical and electronic systems.
• Ability to work independently and complete jobs to a high standard.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Full UK driving licence