Senior MOT Prep Technician & Vehicle Mechanic

Tired of chasing rigid main-dealer targets and looking to step up your automotive career with a top-rated independent garage?

A premier, multi-award-winning independent automotive center near Burton-on-Trent-celebrated for its exceptional 5-star customer reputation and national dealer awards is hiring a self-sufficient MOT Prep Technician & Auto Mechanic to join its expanding workshop team. Operating out of an immaculate fully equipped multi-bay facility, this business offers fair team schedule high job security and fully funded EV/Hybrid technical upskilling.

What's Included in the Package?

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum basic (DOE)
• Working Schedule: Monday to Friday hours with Saturdays on a fair team rota
• Paid Time Off & Pension: Generous annual leave allowance + secure company pension scheme
• On-Site Benefits: Free premium workwear & free secure parking
• Fully Funded Training: Funded access to advanced technical academies, including EV (Electric Vehicle) & Hybrid certifications

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-MOT inspection and vehicle preparation process for retail inventory and customer cars
• Conduct official Class 4 MOT tests and complete right-first-time mechanical repairs
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults across multi-brand petrol, diesel, and EV drivetrains
• Uphold strict DVSA testing standards, vehicle health checks (VHC), and workshop safety practices
• Collaborate with an experienced workshop crew to deliver dealership-quality service without corporate stress

Candidate Profile

• Licensing: Active, valid DVSA MOT Tester License required
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or time-served equivalent)
• Technical Expertise: Experienced vehicle technician confident in fault-finding, diagnostic tools, and general mechanical servicing
• Mindset: Quality-driven mechanic committed to high workshop standards and customer safety
• Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence

Surrounding Commutable Locations -

• Swadlincote & Willington ( 12 mins)
• Derby & Repton ( 18 mins)
• Lichfield & Barton-under-Needwood ( 20 mins)
• Uttoxeter, Tamworth & Ashby-de-la-Zouch ( 22-25 mins)

100% Guaranteed Candidate Confidentiality: We understand trade privacy. Your application will be handled with strict discretion-we will never contact your current employer without your express permission.