Vehicle Technician

Perfect Placement; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus 10%

Workshop access for personal vehicles

Brand Days at Brands Hatch

Parts at cost price

Pension scheme

28 days holiday (including Bank Hols)

Job summary

Perfect Placement is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician for a reputable automotive specialist garage in Swanley. You will service and repair a wide range of vehicles, diagnose faults with modern tools, and carry out suspension work and electrical testing to the highest standards.

Working hours are from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday and 7.30am to 2.30pm on Fridays, with 28 days of holiday. The role offers a competitive salary (£45,000–£50,000) with an uncapped bonus and access to the

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician living up to high standards.
• Strong diagnostic skills in suspension, servicing and general repairs.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional attitude with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct servicing and mechanical repairs on a variety of vehicles.
• Diagnose faults accurately using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Perform suspension work, electrical testing, and general mechanical repairs.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Support the team in vehicle inspections and quality control processes.
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations within the workshop environment.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Advanced diagnostic tools

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Vehicle Technician on behalf of our client, an reputable automotive specialist garage located in Swanley. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional eager to develop further within a recognised business that values skill, stability, and high-quality workmanship.

The Vehicle Technician position provides a competitive salary package and a range of additional benefits designed to support work-life balance and professional growth.

Benefits of the Vehicle Technician:

• Salary between £45,000 and £50,000 per annum, with potential to increase through performance-based bonuses
• Uncapped bonus structure starting at 10%, based on productivity and hours sold
• Working hours from 7.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Thursday, and 7.30am to 2.30pm on Fridays
• 28 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Access to the workshop for personal vehicles, including family cars
• Use of workshop facilities at leisure, including the opportunity to participate in company track days at venues such as Brands Hatch
• Parts provided at cost price
• Contribution to a government pension scheme

Duties of the Vehicle Technician:

• Conduct servicing and mechanical repairs on a variety of vehicles
• Diagnose faults accurately using advanced diagnostic tools
• Perform suspension work, electrical testing, and general mechanical repairs
• Maintain high standards of workmanship to ensure customer satisfaction
• Support the team in vehicle inspections and quality control processes
• Adhere strictly to health and safety regulations within the workshop environment

Requirements of the Vehicle Technician:

• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician with a solid work history
• Strong diagnostic skills and proficiency in suspension, servicing, and general repairs
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Passion for working on vehicles and delivering top-quality service
• A valid work permit, if applicable
• Professional attitude with excellent attention to detail