Vehicle Technician

Earn up to £50,000 in a varied independent garage role working across cars, vans and motorcycles.
Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester
Location: Greenhithe, near Bluewater, Kent
Salary: £35,000 to £50,000 basic, depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, plus Saturdays, 8am to 5pm
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Paramount Garage Bluewater Ltd is looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join its busy independent garage.
This is a varied, hands-on Vehicle Technician role working across cars, vans and motorcycles. It would suit a confident technician who can diagnose faults, complete repairs and work independently to a high standard.
Already MOT qualified? Excellent. Candidates qualified to test some MOT classes will be considered, so you do not need to hold Classes 1 to 7.
Not yet MOT qualified? Paramount may fund the relevant MOT course for an experienced Vehicle Technician or motorcycle technician with at least four years of proven servicing and repair experience. A two-year training agreement will apply.
What’s on offer
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£35,000 to £50,000 basic salary
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Paid MOT training for the right experienced technician
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Permanent, full-time employment
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Varied Vehicle Technician work across cars, vans and motorcycles
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Most specialist tools provided
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Free on-site parking
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28 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays
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Further benefits may be negotiable following 12 months of service
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A weekday off may be available when Saturdays are worked, depending on staffing requirements
What you’ll be doing
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Servicing and repairing a wide range of vehicles
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Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
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Completing general Vehicle Technician and mechanical repair work
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Carrying out MOT tests where qualified
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Preparing vehicles for MOT testing
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Identifying and repairing MOT failures
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Maintaining accurate workshop records
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Working safely, efficiently and to a consistently high standard
What we’re looking for
You will need:
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Strong, recent Vehicle Technician, servicing and repair experience
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Confident fault-finding and diagnostic skills
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The ability to complete repairs independently
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A reliable and professional approach
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A full UK driving licence
A current MOT Tester qualification would be a strong advantage, but applicants qualified for only some MOT classes will still be considered.
Experience servicing and repairing motorcycles would also be highly desirable.
Experienced mechanics who are not yet MOT qualified are encouraged to apply, provided they have at least four years of proven vehicle or motorcycle servicing and repair experience.
About Paramount Garage Bluewater Ltd
Paramount Garage Bluewater Ltd is an established independent garage providing MOT testing, servicing, diagnostics and repairs across a wide range of vehicles.
You will join a busy workshop where practical ability, quality workmanship and dependable service are valued.
Why apply?
This is an opportunity to join an established independent garage offering varied Vehicle Technician work, a competitive basic salary and the chance to develop your MOT qualifications.
Rather than being limited to one manufacturer or one type of job, you will use your experience across cars, vans and motorcycles while being recognised and rewarded for the quality of your work.
Apply now
Apply with an up-to-date CV detailing your workshop experience, qualifications and any MOT classes you are currently authorised to test.
Please note
Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Paramount Garage Bluewater Ltd is unable to offer visa sponsorship.
No agencies, please.
Alternative job titles may include: MOT Tester, Motor Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Motorcycle Technician, Motorbike Mechanic and Diagnostic Technician