Vehicle Technician Mechanic

Streamline Search Ltd; Midhurst; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Employee discount

Sick pay

Free parking

Training & development

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd in Midhurst, West Sussex, is recruiting a qualified Vehicle Technician / Mechanic for a well‑established independent garage.

You will service, diagnose and repair a wide range of vehicles, work with brakes, suspension, engines, and perform inspections; an MOT tester licence would be advantageous.

Salary £32,000-£35,000 basic with £47,000 OTE, full‑time permanent role with pension, sickness pay and on‑site parking.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Previous experience as Vehicle Technician or Mechanic.
• Strong diagnostics and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of vehicle makes and models
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults
• Carrying out repairs to brakes, suspension, exhaust systems, tyres, clutches, and timing belts
• Conducting vehicle inspections and diagnostic testing
• Preparing vehicles for sale and customer handover
• Diagnosing engine, transmission, and drivability issues
• Completing work efficiently whilst maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth workshop operations
• Providing excellent customer service when required

Skills

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3

Vehicle Technician

Diagnostics

MOT Testing

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds Level 3

Job description

Location: Midhurst, West Sussex
Salary: £32,000 - £47,000 per annum

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic Required

Our client is a well‑established independent garage since 1947 based in Midhurst with an excellent reputation for providing high‑quality vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repair services. They are now seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join their busy and professional workshop team.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Level 3 Technician with strong workshop experience, capable of working independently and contributing from day one. An MOT Tester licence would be highly advantageous, although training may be available for the right individual.

Position Overview

• Servicing, maintenance, and repair of a wide range of vehicle makes and models
• Diagnosing and rectifying mechanical and electrical faults
• Carrying out repairs to brakes, suspension, exhaust systems, tyres, clutches, and timing belts
• Conducting vehicle inspections and diagnostic testing
• Preparing vehicles for sale and customer handover
• Diagnosing engine, transmission, and drivability issues
• Completing work efficiently whilst maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth workshop operations
• Providing excellent customer service when required

Position Requirements

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3, or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Previous experience working as a Vehicle Technician or Mechanic
• Strong diagnostic and fault‑finding skills
• Ability to work independently and hit the ground running
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Good communication and organisational skills
• MOT Class 4 Tester licence would be advantageous
• EV qualifications or training would be beneficial but not essential
• Experience working on a variety of vehicle makes and models

Position Remuneration

• Salary £32,000‑£35,000 basic (depending on experience) £47,000 OTE (Overtime and efficiency bonus)
• Full‑time, permanent position
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discount
• Sick pay
• Free on‑site parking
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Stable long‑term opportunity with a respected independent garage

Hours

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with flexible start times of either 8:00am‑5:00pm or 8:30am‑5:30pm.