Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Thames Engine LTD; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary

Holiday

Pension

Team support

Steady workload

Job summary

Enginova Motor Group is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to service and repair a wide range of makes and models. You will diagnose faults, replace worn parts, road-test vehicles and record work and parts used, while strictly following workshop health and safety standards.

The role requires a minimum of 3 years' experience, a full UK driving licence, and the ability to communicate clearly with customers. NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a vehicle technician or mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of engine, transmission, braking, steering and suspension systems.
• Proficient in using diagnostic tools and interpreting fault codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing and repairs across various makes and models.
• Carry out diagnostic checks to identify faults.
• Replace worn or faulty parts (brakes, clutches, suspension, exhaust, etc.).
• Road-test vehicles before and after repair and record work and parts used.
• Maintain strict adherence to workshop health and safety standards.
• Communicate clearly with customers about issues and repair work.

Skills

Diagnostic fault-finding

Engine/transmission knowledge

Customer communication

Driving licence (UK)

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

The role involves performing vehicle servicing and repairs across a wide range of makes and models, carrying out diagnostic checks to identify mechanical faults, replacing worn or faulty parts (brakes, clutches, suspension, exhausts, etc.), road-testing vehicles before and after repair, accurately recording work carried out and parts used, and maintaining strict adherence to workshop health and safety standards. Technicians are also expected to communicate clearly with customers on vehicle issues where needed.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' experience as a vehicle technician or mechanic, strong knowledge of engine, transmission, braking, steering and suspension systems, proficiency using diagnostic tools and interpreting fault codes, a full valid UK driving licence, and the right to work in the UK. Relevant qualifications such as an NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent) are desirable but not essential — strong hands‑on workshop experience is valued equally.

Benefits Package

Competitive salary of £36,000–£45,000 depending on experience; 28 days' holiday including statutory bank holidays; employer pension scheme; steady, varied workload in a busy local garage; supportive, experienced small team.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required before an offer of employment is confirmed.

Enginova Motor Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Skills neededMinimum 3 years' experience as a vehicle technician or mechanicStrong knowledge of engine, transmission, braking, steering and suspension systemsProficient in using diagnostic tools and interpreting fault codesSkilled in servicing and repairing vehicles across a range of makes and modelsAbility to replace worn or faulty parts (brakes, clutches, suspension, exhausts, etc.)Full, valid UK driving licenceNVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent) — desirable, not essential