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Automotive Technician – Independent Garage – Excellent Salary & Progression Opportunities
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Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – FREE Ramp Access & Performance Bonus Scheme
Are you an experienced mechanic ready to step into a role where your hard work is genuinely recognized and rewarded? Join a fast-growing, highly regarded independent garage in Hitchin that gives you real freedom in your bay, exciting perks for car enthusiasts, and long-term career stability!
About Us
We are a premier, rapidly expanding independent workshop in Hitchin built on quality workmanship and mutual respect. As our business scales, we believe in directly sharing our success with the technicians on the shop floor. Joining our team means stepping into a supportive, forward-thinking environment where you enjoy autonomy in your bay, unique perks like free out-of-hours ramp access for your personal project cars, and an upcoming performance bonus as we continue to grow.
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What is in it for you:
- Top-Tier Pay: £35,000 – £40,000 per year (strictly dependent on experience)
- Great Work-Life Balance: 5 days per week, with only one Saturday morning per month required
- Car Enthusiast Perks: Full, FREE access to workshop ramps for working on your own vehicles during evenings and weekends
- Financial Incentives: Upcoming performance-based bonus scheme as the business expands
- Immediate Start & Security: Rapid onboarding with long-term stability in a growing business
What you will be doing:
- Carrying out routine servicing, preventative maintenance, and detailed health checks across a wide variety of vehicle makes and models
- Utilizing modern diagnostic software to efficiently trace and resolve complex mechanical and electrical faults
- Performing major mechanical repairs, including brake systems, suspension overhauls, and core engine work
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Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years of professional workshop experience
- Strong mechanical diagnostic capabilities
- An independent problem-solving mindset
- A valid full UK Driving Licence
Commutable Locations:
This role is based in Hitchin, making it an easy commute from Letchworth, Stevenage, Baldock, Luton, and Welwyn Garden City.
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