Vehicle Mechanic - Independent Specialist

Looking to join a steady, technician-led independent garage in Derby where your practical skills take center stage?

A well-established independent garage in Derby is searching for a capable Vehicle Technician to join their experienced workshop crew. Operating out of a well-equipped facility handling a diverse mix of makes and models, this business offers a practical, team-focused environment where your hands-on wrenching capabilities are genuinely valued without rigid corporate targets.

What's Included in the Package?

• Salary Range: £35,000 - £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + workshop bonus scheme (An active MOT Tester licence is a great bonus and pushes your starting rate toward the upper band!)
• Working Schedule: Monday to Friday schedule (plus Saturdays on a fair rota basis)
• Paid Time Off: 20 days paid annual leave + all statutory bank holidays
• Financial Protection: Contributory workplace pension scheme
• Workplace Benefits: Free on-site parking, multi-brand diagnostic scan equipment, staff parts discounts, and supplied workwear
• Garage Culture: Balanced, supportive workshop atmosphere with realistic daily workload allocations

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Execute major repair jobs, including clutch replacements, timing belts/chains, engine work, and gearbox swaps
• Utilize multi-brand diagnostic tools to isolate and fix mechanical and electrical issues accurately
• Perform routine vehicle servicing, safety checks, brake/suspension overhauls, and pre-MOT inspections
• Complete clear technical notes on job sheets and update front-of-house staff on job progress
• Keep working bays clean, organized, and compliant with health and safety standards

What We Need From You

• Technical Background: Time-served mechanic with solid confidence in heavy mechanical repair work and diagnostic troubleshooting
• Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served garage background)
• MOT Status: MOT Smart Card / active MOT Tester licence is preferred (offering enhanced starting pay), but not essential to apply
• Mindset: Practical, reliable technician dedicated to neat workmanship and first-time fixes
• Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence

Surrounding Commutable Locations

Centrally based in Derby, offering simple travel routes from:

• Burton-on-Trent & Swadlincote
• Nottingham & Long Eaton
• Belper & Ashbourne
• Ripley & Ilkeston

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