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Car Mechanic / Vehicle Technician – Independent Garage (Swansea)
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Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic
We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, highly respected independent garage team in Swansea. Whether you are a Diagnostic Technician, Service Mechanic, or a Master Tech in the making, we offer a high-spec environment focused on complex mechanical work, transparent customer service, and zero weekend shifts.
The Rewards
- Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
- Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30—enjoy stable, permanent weekday hours with strictly zero weekend work required.
- Holiday & Benefits: 33 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) with option to buy/sell extra days, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and long-service awards.
- Perks & Future: Pension scheme with life assurance, Share Incentive Scheme, free financial/mortgage advice, discounted gym memberships, Cycle-to-Work scheme, and free on-site staff parking.
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Located in Swansea, we are an established independent workshop dedicated to high standards of vehicle repair, servicing, and fault diagnostics across a wide variety of makes and models. We combine modern diagnostic facilities and advanced equipment with a supportive, non-corporate environment where your technical expertise is valued and your work-life balance is protected.
Your Role
As a core Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our Swansea team, you will:
- Mechanical & Electrical Repair: Carry out complex repairs, engine work, brake overhauls, and chassis maintenance to high standards.
- Diagnostics: Use advanced diagnostic tools to identify and rectify electrical and mechanical faults.
- Servicing & Maintenance: Perform full vehicle inspections and routine servicing across various makes and models.
- MOT & Safety: Conduct thorough health checks and safety-critical repairs to deliver "right first time" results.
- Reporting: Complete digital job cards and video health checks (VHC) to provide clear updates to our service team.
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What You Need
- Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with a strong understanding of modern vehicle systems. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
- Licensing: Full UK manual driving licence is essential. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
- Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools. Strong diagnostic skills, keen attention to detail, and a team-first mindset.
Location & Search Reach
Based in Swansea, our independent workshop is perfectly located for a fast, straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Neath, Port Talbot, Llanelli, Carmarthen, Bridgend, and surrounding South Wales areas.
Ready to take your technical career to the next level with a respected Swansea independent garage that respects your weekends? Click Apply to submit your application. We review all profiles and respond within 48 hours!
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