vehicle technician

ajautomedics ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned automotive service company based in Durham is seeking an experienced Vehicle Mechanic to join their expanding team. You will be responsible for servicing, repairing, and diagnosing various vehicle makes and models while maintaining high standards. Ideal candidates should hold an NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) with at least three years of workshop experience. Excellent customer service skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and to strict timelines. This is a full-time, permanent position with working hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in a workshop environment.
• Competent using diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify faults.
• Current valid MOT tester qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing a diverse range of vehicles to standards.
• Delivering an excellent customer experience.
• Working collaboratively with the team to meet objectives.

Skills

Mechanical diagnosis and repair

Electrical diagnosis and repair

Problem-solving

Time management

Education

NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)

Tools

Own tools preferred

Job description

About our business

We are a forward looking, expanding family owned business based in Durham. We are able to offer job security, family values with excellent opportunities to progress within the business we have a excellent training program available job available due to expansion

About us

At aj automedics we take pride in delivering excellent service and maintaining the highest standards across our vehicle operations. We're currently looking for a skilled Vehicle Mechanic to join our team and support our growing workshop with vehicle maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics.

What You'll Do

• Carry out general servicing and repairs (including cambelts, clutches, brakes, suspension, and exhaust systems)
• Confidently diagnose electrical and mechanical faults using specialist diagnostic tools
• Conduct routine maintenance
• Collaborate with the service team to estimate repair times and provide updates to customers
• Maintain clear and accurate service records and job sheets
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
• Deliver excellent customer service when dealing with customers directly

What We're Looking For

• Experience working on a range of vehicle makes and models
• Confident in both mechanical and electrical diagnosis and repair
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 6 penalty points
• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent, e.g. City & Guilds)
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills
• Able to work independently and meet time-based objectives
• Own tools preferred and work to castrol service centre standards

Requirements

Must have 3 years experience of working in workshop environment. Be competent using diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify faults.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repair of all make of vehicles, ensuring all work is carried out to autocare/ castrol Service Centre standards.
• You will work at the heart of our team to help deliver a great customer experience.
• As the successful candidate you will have a minimum of three year experience and have your own tools.
• Current valid MOT tester qualifications would be advantageous, but not essential at application, however you may be required to gain the MOT testers licence if not already held.

Working hours Monday to Friday 08:30 to 17:00

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Licence/Certification: Driving License (required)