Vehicle Technician - Trowbridge

Challender Recruitment; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in vehicle restoration is seeking an experienced mechanic to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of classic vehicles, ensuring high-quality service and craftsmanship. As part of a small, specialized team, you will be responsible for maintaining and restoring vehicles, demonstrating your expertise in both mechanical and electrical repairs. With a commitment to excellence, this position promises good long-term prospects and the opportunity to work in a supportive environment. If you have a passion for classic cars and meet the high standards expected, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

22 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Training provided

Good long-term prospects

Qualifications

• 8+ years of vehicle repair workshop experience required.
• Strong understanding of vehicle mechanics and electrics.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicles, perform routine servicing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Conduct full vehicle restoration and diagnostics.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Vehicle diagnostics

Mechanical repairs

Electrical repairs

Problem-solving skills

Education

City & Guilds Automotive

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Our client is a renowned vehicle restoration and servicing business predominantly working with a great British Heritage brand. They also work on various other Classics Car marques as well as servicing the local Land Rover owners market.

A rare opportunity has recently arisen for us to bring on board a further experienced mechanic to join our small but beautifully formed specialist team.

As with most small highly dedicated teams, it is important that you are able to demonstrate the ability to work on your own accord whilst maintaining a strong team ethic. It should also go without saying that, as our customers have very high expectations of service and quality of workmanship, we need someone who has similar high standards in regard to their own personal output.

Duties and responsibilities:

1. Maintaining vehicles, and carrying out routine servicing, maintenance, and repair.
2. Engine, gearbox, and rear axle removal.
3. Full vehicle restoration.
4. Mechanical and electrical repairs.

Requirements:

1. Minimum 8+ years of vehicle repair workshop experience.
2. Strong understanding of vehicle mechanics and electrics.
3. Sound knowledge of vehicle diagnostics.
4. Good problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
5. Hold a valid UK driving license.

Additional Information:

1. Monday to Friday, 8.30 am to 17.00 pm (with 1/2 hour for lunch).
2. 22 days + Bank Holidays (period runs from 1st Jan to 31st Dec).
3. It is expected that employees will use their own hand tools.
4. Training is provided where required.
5. Good long-term prospects within a long-established company.

Salary is dependent on skill level and experience.
Salary: From £37,000.00 per year.

Job Type: Full-time.

Ability to commute/relocate: Trowbridge: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).

License / Certification: City & Guilds Automotive (preferred).