Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic
Location: Basingstoke (Commutable from Reading, Newbury, Andover, Farnborough, Hook, Fleet, Winchester)
Salary: £36,000 – £56,000 OTE (High Basic Salary + Uncapped, Realistic Bonus)
Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday ONLY – Strictly No Weekends!
Tired of main dealer pressure, unrealistic targets, and losing your weekends? Join a high-performing automotive retailer representing an iconic British prestige brand in Basingstoke.
We've replaced corporate stress with high workshop standards, proper work-life balance, and actual investment in our technicians. If you want prestige brand training without the burnout, this bay is built for you.
- Top-Tier Earnings: £36k–£56k OTE (High basic salary tailored to your experience + transparent bonus structure)
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True Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday ONLY—keep every single weekend for yourself
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Generous Time Off: 25 days annual leave + full Bank Holidays from day one
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Fully Funded Training: Complete manufacturer training pathways, including official EV & Hybrid accreditations
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Career Growth: Clear progression routes to Senior Technician, Master Tech, or Workshop Management
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Extra Perks: Company pension scheme, employee referral bonuses, and generous staff vehicle discounts
- Performing vehicle servicing, maintenance, and comprehensive Vehicle Health Checks (VHCs) to manufacturer standards
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Executing advanced electrical and mechanical diagnostics using modern manufacturer diagnostic tools
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Carrying out major mechanical repairs, engine work, and component replacements
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Working on next-generation Hybrid and Electric Vehicles (EV)
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Collaborating with a friendly, highly skilled workshop team that values quality over rushed jobs
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
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Experience: Proven experience in a dealership or fast-paced independent workshop
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Skills: Solid diagnostic fault-finding skills and strong mechanical expertise
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Licence: Valid full UK Driving Licence
Ready for better pay, no weekend shifts, and real career development? Click Apply Now for a 100% confidential discussion.
(Please note: We only advertise half of our active positions. Get in touch directly to discover other unlisted technician opportunities across the local area.)
