Vehicle Technician & MOT Tester – Diagnostics & Repairs

Abbeygate Auto Services Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Employee discount

Free on-site parking

Sick pay

Job summary

Abbeygate Auto Services Ltd. is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our team on a full-time, in-person basis. You will carry out servicing, diagnostics, and repairs to a high standard, and support customers with clear technical guidance.

Applicants should have strong mechanical knowledge, fault-diagnosis skills, and a current UK driving licence. Experience with brakes, steering, suspension and tyres is preferred. MOT testing licence is a plus.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician or mechanic.
• Strong mechanical knowledge and fault-diagnosis skills.
• Experience servicing and repairing brakes, steering, suspension and tyres.
• Ability to use workshop tools safely.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs to a consistently high standard.
• Complete work on brakes, steering and suspension components, tyres, clutches, cambelts, and turbochargers.
• Diagnose mechanical faults accurately and recommend appropriate repairs.
• Communicate effectively with the Service team regarding progress, findings, and required work.
• Occasionally speak directly with customers to provide clear, professional technical advice.
• Use power tools, hand tools, and diagnostic equipment safely and efficiently.
• Maintain high customer-service standards that encourage loyalty and referrals.
• Follow all relevant health, safety, and workshop procedures.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Fault diagnosis

Diagnostics

Customer service

Communication

Tool usage

Driving licence

Tools

Workshop tools

Job description

Abbeygate Auto Services Ltd. is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our team on a full-time, in-person basis. You will carry out servicing, diagnostics, and repairs to a high standard, and support customers with clear technical guidance.

Applicants should have strong mechanical knowledge, fault-diagnosis skills, and a current UK driving licence. Experience with brakes, steering, suspension and tyres is preferred. MOT testing licence is a plus.