Service Technician / Auto Mechanic (£35k–£40k Basic | No Weekends | Didcot)

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic per annum (tailored directly to your experience and qualification level)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Guaranteed standard weekday schedule with STRICTLY ZERO WEEKENDS)
• Perks: Competitive workplace pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, premium workwear provided, and a down-to-earth team atmosphere
• Training & Development: Daily access to up-to-date diagnostic software and ongoing technical development support
• Workload: Routine servicing, safety health checks, general mechanical maintenance, diagnostic troubleshooting, and digital job records

About Us

Based in Didcot, we are a premier independent service and repair facility recognized for delivering exceptional vehicle maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and honest local customer care. We reject the high-pressure, target-driven corporate dealership structure. Instead, we have invested heavily in modern diagnostic equipment, specialist tooling, and multi-brand software to make your day-to-day job smoother, cleaner, and far more rewarding.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, close-knit team in Didcot. You will carry out routine vehicle servicing, systematically troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, complete maintenance work across various makes and models, and ensure high "first-time fix" quality standards.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with a proven workshop track record
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools
• Active MOT Tester licence or F-Gas certification is preferred, but not required
• Reliable, self-motivated team player with strong attention to detail and a great work ethic

Location & Commute

• Base: Didcot (Clean, modern, fully equipped independent workshop with free on-site staff parking)
• Road Links: Convenient access via the A34 corridor, providing fast daily commutes across Oxfordshire
• Public Transport: Excellent connections via Didcot Parkway mainline railway station alongside regional bus routes
• Commutable From: Abingdon, Wantage, Wallingford, Oxford, Reading, High Wycombe, and surrounding local areas

How to Apply

Ready to step away from repetitive main dealer volumes, protect your weekends, and join an independent team that respects your skills? Click Apply Now! We review all profiles and respond within 48 hours.