Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester | £45k+ | Monday–Friday

Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – Up to £42k Basic, 30-Day Pay Review & NO Weekends!

Tired of being treated like a number on a corporate spreadsheet and chasing unrealistic dealership targets? Step away from corporate stress and join a high-standard independent garage in Waterlooville built entirely on reputation, quality, and mutual respect, where your weekends remain 100% your own!

About Us

We pride ourselves on offering a refreshing alternative to high-pressure main dealer environments. Built on a foundation of quality workmanship and local trust, our Waterlooville garage focuses on taking care of its people just as well as its customers. Joining us means stepping into a supportive, clean, and highly organised workshop that offers real work-life balance—including guaranteed break times, flexible pay structures, and fair pay reviews that reflect your true value.

What is in it for you:

• Top-Tier Pay: £35,000 – £42,000 Basic (negotiable based on experience)
• Guaranteed 30-Day Pay Review: Fast-track assessment to ensure your pay matches your performance (active MOT licence unlocks our top-tier bracket)
• Reclaim Your Weekends: Strictly Monday to Friday ONLY—zero weekend work
• True Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a full, uninterrupted 1-hour lunch break every single day
• Flexible Financial Control: Choice of weekly or monthly pay to suit your lifestyle
• Great Environment: Clean, organised facilities built on mutual respect and long-term stability

What you will be doing:

• Carrying out routine servicing, general maintenance, and mechanical repairs across a wide variety of vehicle makes and models
• Utilising logical diagnostic fault-finding to efficiently trace and resolve mechanical and electrical issues
• Conducting official MOT tests to strict DVSA standards (if MOT qualified)
• Requirements: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Vehicle Repair (or equivalent), proven workshop experience as a Technician/Mechanic, and a valid full UK Driving Licence

Commutable Locations: This role is based in Waterlooville, making it an easy commute from Portsmouth, Havant, Fareham, Horndean, and Petersfield.

Apply Now: Click apply today to start a confidential conversation with us—we promise a response within 48 hours!

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