Vehicle Technician
Job Role:Technician
Town/City:Reading
Salary/Rate:£32,000-£38,000
Sector:Service
Job ref:198
Post Date:05.03.26
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Meet Our Recruiter
Charlotte Lightfoot
Automotive Recruiting Director
About the Role
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Vehicle Technician required for Family Run Main Dealership - Maidenhead Area
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Basic Salary: £32,000/£34,000 + Bonus £40,000
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Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM -
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NO WEEKENDS
- Friendly Team
We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced vehicle technician to join a well-established family run main dealership in Berkshire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly reputable garage who have been operating for over 30 years.
Key Responsibilities:
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Perform high-quality diagnostics, repairs, and servicing in line with manufacturer standards
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Support and mentor junior technicians within the workshop
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Accurately complete job cards and maintain high standards of documentation
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Liaise with the service team to ensure efficient workflow and customer satisfaction
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Stay up to date with the latest technical training and manufacturer updates
Requirements:
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NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance
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Proven experience in a main dealership or high-volume independent garage
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Strong diagnostic and fault-finding abilities
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Full UK driving licence
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MOT Tester qualification is desirable but not essential
What’s on Offer:
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Basic salary of £32,000/£34,000 Basic + bonus
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Ongoing training and development
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State of the art workshop in pristine condition
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20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
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Pension scheme and private health care
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Modern, well-equipped workshop and supportive team environment
If you're ready to progress your career within a forward-thinking independent garage in Maidenhead apply today and take the next step towards a shining career.
Full vacancy details for this automotive technician role in Maidenhead are available to registered candidates. Apply now with your CV to Charlotte Lightfoot at Monday Matters Recruitment. Monday Matters Recruitment are specialists in the automotive industry and we’re here to make sure every Monday counts!
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