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Vehicle Technician & Car Mechanic (£35k–£45k Basic + Bonus | Family Workshop | Nottingham)
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Pay & Benefits
- Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + team performance incentive
- Hours: Monday to Friday schedule + Saturdays operated on a fair team rota basis
- Perks: 28 days paid holiday (20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), contributory workplace pension scheme, employee parts discounts, supplied workwear, and free secure on-site parking
Workload
- Core mechanical repairs including timing chains/belts, clutch kits, engine overhauls, suspension rebuilds, brake maintenance, multi-brand diagnostic fault-finding, and routine servicing
About Us
We are a long-standing, family-run independent repair workshop operating in the Nottingham area. Known for our modern multi-brand diagnostic facilities, zero-corporate-pressure culture, and realistic daily repair allocations, we pride ourselves on delivering transparent, high-quality service while providing a steady, supportive environment for our team.
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Role Overview
Seeking a practical, multi-skilled Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our experienced workshop crew. You will be responsible for carrying out routine servicing, vehicle safety inspections, diagnostic fault isolation, and general mechanical maintenance across a wide mix of customer vehicles to high industry standards.
Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served garage background).
- Time-served experience with strong confidence in heavy mechanical work and diagnostic troubleshooting.
- Valid DVSA MOT Tester Smart Card is advantageous (offering higher starting pay potential), but not essential.
- Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.
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Location & Commute
- Base: Nottingham Area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategically located with direct access via the A60, A52, and M1 (Junctions 25/26), offering fast daily commutes across Nottinghamshire.
- Public Transport: Excellent connections via Nottingham Station and regular local NET tram and bus routes.
- Commutable From: Beeston, Wollaton, West Bridgford, Clifton, Ruddington, and Eastwood.
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