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Vehicle Technician / VAG Specialist (No Weekends – Up to £45k + Bonus)
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Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic looking to step away from main dealer target-chasing and focus on true precision craftsmanship?
A highly respected, modern independent VAG specialist facility on the Worcestershire / West Midlands border is expanding its workshop. Specializing in Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda, and Cupra, this high-tech specialist is renowned across the region for dealer-level diagnostic fault-finding, major mechanical overhauls, and advanced servicing.
If you want a pristine, fully equipped environment, genuine job security, state-of-the-art tooling, and every single weekend off, this is the position for you.
What We Offer (Package & Benefits)
- Competitive Basic Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (Depending on Experience)
- High-Yield Bonus: Generous performance scheme to boost your annual earnings
- Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 18:00—No Saturday or Sunday shifts, ever.
- Pristine Workshop Setup: Dedicated bays equipped with modern diagnostic suites (ODIS), official VAG specialist tooling, and clean working conditions
- Time Off: Generous paid annual leave + statutory bank holidays
- Financial Security: Company pension scheme included
- Career Development: Ongoing technical upskilling, official specialist training, and clear career progression pathways
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Key Responsibilities
- Carry out manufacturer-level vehicle servicing, preventative maintenance, and detailed Vehicle Health Checks (VHC) across Volkswagen Group vehicles.
- Perform complex mechanical repairs, including timing belts/chains, clutch replacements, gearbox overhauls, suspension work, and engine builds.
- Utilize ODIS diagnostic software and advanced electrical troubleshooting suites to pin-point complex faults quickly and accurately.
- Complete pre-MOT inspections and vehicle safety prep to high specialist standards.
- Maintain clean electronic job records and uphold a "right-first-time" quality control standard.
Candidate Profile & Requirements
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or proven time-served equivalent).
- Experience: Proven track record as a Vehicle Technician, Auto Technician, Motor Mechanic, or VAG Specialist within a main dealership or quality independent garage.
- Technical Skills: Confident in mechanical repair, advanced electrical diagnosis, and using modern workshop diagnostic tools.
- Work Ethic: A quality-driven professional who takes pride in neat, precise craftsmanship.
- Licence: Full UK Driving Licence (Required).
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Location & Commutable Areas
Centrally located in Kidderminster, this workshop is a short, easy daily commute from:
- Stourport-on-Severn, Bewdley & Bromsgrove
- Redditch, Stourbridge & Dudley
- Worcester, Droitwich Spa & West Midlands
How to Apply
Ready to take your automotive career to a specialist garage that respects your skills and gives you your weekends back?
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