Vehicle Technician – Diagnostics & Repairs

Altitude-Recruitment Limited; Yardley Hastings; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Altitude-Recruitment Limited is assisting a busy garage in Yardley Hastings to recruit a permanent Garage Technician. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with a salary between £40,000 and £55,000 per year.

You will inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles, working with mechanical and electrical systems to ensure roadworthiness. Ideally you will have 2–3 years of experience, NVQ Level 2/3, and a full UK driving licence. MOT Tester certification is desirable but not essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ L2/3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence.
• MOT Tester certification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine servicing and maintenance (oil changes, brakes, tyres).
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Repair or replace faulty parts and components.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Maintain accurate service records and job sheets.
• Ensure all work meets safety and manufacturer standards.
• Keep the workshop clean, organised and safe.
• Communicate with customers about required repairs.

Skills

Vehicle systems knowledge

Diagnostic tools

Fault finding

Attention to detail

Time management

Manual dexterity

Education

NVQ 2/3 in VMR

Full UK driving licence

MOT tester certification (desirable)

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Altitude-Recruitment Limited is assisting a busy garage in Yardley Hastings to recruit a permanent Garage Technician. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with a salary between £40,000 and £55,000 per year.

You will inspect, diagnose, repair and maintain vehicles, working with mechanical and electrical systems to ensure roadworthiness. Ideally you will have 2–3 years of experience, NVQ Level 2/3, and a full UK driving licence. MOT Tester certification is desirable but not essential.