Vehicle Technician

Streamline Search Limited; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Streamline Search Limited is actively seeking a Level 3 Vehicle Technician for a well-established independent garage in Guildford. The role covers servicing, diagnostics and repairs across a range of vehicles, with a varied day-to-day workload and a supportive team environment.

The successful candidate will be level 3 qualified, experienced in diagnostics and fault finding, and able to work independently as part of a small team. MOT training support may be available.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician with hands-on workshop experience.
• Confident with diagnostics and fault finding.
• Experience carrying out servicing and general repairs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Carry out fault finding and identify the cause of vehicle issues.
• Complete general mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Carry out brake, suspension and steering repairs.
• Replace clutches, timing belts and timing chains.
• Carry out engine and cooling system repairs.
• Diagnose and repair exhaust and emissions-related issues.
• Carry out battery, starting and charging system repairs.
• Complete pre-MOT inspections and MOT-related repairs.
• Inspect vehicles and identify additional repairs or maintenance requirements.
• Work efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Use workshop equipment and tools safely and correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Complete relevant job sheets and workshop documentation.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure vehicles are completed to the required standard and timescale.

Skills

Diagnostics

Servicing

General repairs

Fault finding

Independent working

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Vehicle Technician

Salary: £40,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm
Job Type: Permanent

About the role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Level 3 Vehicle Technician to join a well-established independent garage with a strong reputation and a loyal customer base.

The garage services, maintains, diagnoses and repairs a wide range of vehicles, providing customers with a complete automotive service. Due to continued growth and an expanding customer base, they are looking to add an experienced technician to the team.

This is a genuinely varied, hands-on position where no two days will be the same. You will work across a wide range of makes and models, carrying out everything from routine servicing and maintenance through to diagnostics and more complex mechanical repairs.

The role would suit a technician who enjoys variety, takes pride in their workmanship and is confident working independently while also being part of a small, friendly team.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Carry out fault finding and identify the cause of vehicle issues.
• Complete general mechanical repairs and maintenance.
• Carry out brake, suspension and steering repairs.
• Replace clutches, timing belts and timing chains.
• Carry out engine and cooling system repairs.
• Diagnose and repair exhaust and emissions-related issues.
• Carry out battery, starting and charging system repairs.
• Complete pre-MOT inspections and MOT-related repairs.
• Inspect vehicles and identify additional repairs or maintenance requirements.
• Work efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship.
• Use workshop equipment and tools safely and correctly.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Complete relevant job sheets and workshop documentation.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure vehicles are completed to the required standard and timescale.

About you

• The successful candidate will be a Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician with previous hands‑on workshop experience.
• You should be confident carrying out servicing, diagnostics and general mechanical repairs across a variety of vehicles and be able to work through jobs methodically from diagnosis to completion.
• We are looking for someone who is:
• Level 3 qualified in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Experienced as a Vehicle Technician.
• Confident with diagnostics and fault finding.
• Experienced carrying out servicing and general repairs.
• Comfortable working on a variety of makes and models.
• Reliable, organised and hardworking.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Quality-focused with strong attention to detail.
• Professional and customer-focused.
• Keen to develop their skills and progress with a growing business.

MOT qualification

• MOT Tester certification is desirable but not essential.
• If you are not currently MOT certified, the garage is happy to support the right candidate through their MOT Tester qualification and will pay for the training.
• This is a great opportunity for a qualified technician who wants to add MOT testing to their skill set and develop further within an established independent garage.