Senior Vehicle Technician & Mechanical Specialist

Looking to bring your technical expertise to an established, multi-site family business in South Leicestershire offering top-tier perks and funded MOT training pathways?

Operating for over 30 years, this well-regarded automotive repair, diagnostic, and fleet service hub is expanding its workshop team. Managing everything from routine maintenance and advanced diagnostics to major overhauls across cars, LCVs, HGVs, and motorcycles, they offer great basic pay, an on-site gym, clear progression, and a positive, team-focused culture.

What's Included in the Package?

• Salary Range: £32,000 - £45,000 per annum basic (DOE)
• Working Hours: 08:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday (Saturdays 07:30 - 13:00 on a team rota basis)
• Overtime: Optional Saturday shifts available to boost your earnings
• Paid Leave: 28 days annual leave (with additional days awarded for length of service)
• Outstanding Perks: Free access to a fully equipped on-site gym, company-branded workwear, free secure parking, and regular team-building events
• Funded Upskilling: Employer-backed training and pathways for MOT Tester certification across Classes 1, 2, 4, 5, and 7

What You'll Be Doing

• Perform major engine and mechanical overhauls, including cambelts, timing chains, clutches, brakes, and core engine work
• Execute complex mechanical and electrical fault-finding using modern diagnostic tools
• Complete routine servicing, safety inspections, and preventative maintenance across fleet inventory and retail vehicles
• Carry out inspections and repairs to ensure full MOT and manufacturer compliance
• Maintain precise electronic job logs and support apprentice mechanics within the workshop

Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served experience)
• Technical Expertise: Proven confidence with engine overhauls, timing chains, clutches, cambelts, and diagnostic fault isolation
• MOT License: MOT tester status (Classes 1, 2, 4, 5, or 7) is an advantage, but full MOT training will be provided for the right technician!
• Communication & Mindset: Self-motivated, customer-focused, and comfortable working within allocated repair timelines
• Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence (Class C / C+E is a plus)

Surrounding Commutable Locations

Centrally situated in South Leicestershire, conveniently reachable from:

• Coalville ( 5 mins)
• Ashby-de-la-Zouch ( 15 mins)
• Loughborough ( 20 mins)
• Leicester & Hinckley ( 25 mins)

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