Experienced Vehicle Mechanic
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Position Overview & Specifications
Job Title: Experienced Mechanic
Location: London
Salary: £28,000 + OTE
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are a highly reputable garage in London, established in 2014, and committed to providing the highest quality service to our customers. With a strong focus on growth and development, we have invested extensively in modern equipment and machinery to create a safe and efficient working environment for our team.
We are seeking an experienced and skilled mechanic to join our team. The successful candidate will possess a minimum of 5 years of experience working in a garage, a Level 3 qualification, and outstanding diagnostic skills with a familiarity of diagnostic procedures. The ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet tight deadlines is essential.
Reporting to the Workshop Manager, the successful candidate will be a committed team player, able to work collaboratively with colleagues, while also demonstrating the capability to work independently. A passion for delivering the highest quality work and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations is also key.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducting diagnostic procedures and carrying out fault repairs on a variety of vehicles
- Undertaking routine servicing and maintenance tasks on vehicles
- Identifying and reporting additional work that may be required on a vehicle
- Working to tight deadlines and displaying resilience under pressure
- Maintaining excellent communication and collaboration with colleagues
- Working autonomously to ensure individual responsibilities are fulfilled and contributing to the team’s overall success
Requirements:
- A minimum of 5 years of experience working in a garage
- A Level 3 qualification
- Proven diagnostic skills with experience in diagnostic procedures
- Exceptional attention to detail and a focus on achieving the highest quality results
- An ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a passion for working collaboratively with colleagues
- A deep passion for automobiles and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
We offer further training and development opportunities for the right candidate, and are willing to sponsor applications from candidates outside the UK.
We offer a competitive salary of £28,000 per annum plus OTE, and 20 days paid holiday.
If you believe you are the right candidate for this exciting opportunity and a dedicated team player, we encourage you to submit your application today.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,000.00-£38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- UK visa sponsorship
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- se280bq: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- City & Guilds Automotive (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Experienced Vehicle Mechanic roles across One Stop Auto Centre's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £28,000 - £38,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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