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Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester | £45k+ | Monday–Friday
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Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – Up to £42k Basic, 30-Day Pay Review & NO Weekends!
Tired of being treated like a number on a corporate spreadsheet and chasing unrealistic dealership targets? Step away from corporate stress and join a high-standard independent garage in Waterlooville built entirely on reputation, quality, and mutual respect, where your weekends remain 100% your own!
About Us
We pride ourselves on offering a refreshing alternative to high-pressure main dealer environments. Built on a foundation of quality workmanship and local trust, our Waterlooville garage focuses on taking care of its people just as well as its customers. Joining us means stepping into a supportive, clean, and highly organised workshop that offers real work-life balance—including guaranteed break times, flexible pay structures, and fair pay reviews that reflect your true value.
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What is in it for you:
- Top-Tier Pay: £35,000 – £42,000 Basic (negotiable based on experience)
- Guaranteed 30-Day Pay Review: Fast-track assessment to ensure your pay matches your performance (active MOT licence unlocks our top-tier bracket)
- Reclaim Your Weekends: Strictly Monday to Friday ONLY—zero weekend work
- True Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full, uninterrupted 1-hour lunch break every single day
- Flexible Financial Control: Choice of weekly or monthly pay to suit your lifestyle
- Great Environment: Clean, organised facilities built on mutual respect and long-term stability
What you will be doing:
- Carrying out routine servicing, general maintenance, and mechanical repairs across a wide variety of vehicle makes and models
- Utilising logical diagnostic fault-finding to efficiently trace and resolve mechanical and electrical issues
- Conducting official MOT tests to strict DVSA standards (if MOT qualified)
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Requirements:
- NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Vehicle Repair (or equivalent)
- Proven workshop experience as a Technician/Mechanic
- Valid full UK Driving Licence
Commutable Locations:
This role is based in Waterlooville, making it an easy commute from Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham, Horndean, and Petersfield.
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