Vehicle Technician – Up to £45,000 Basic

Chelmsford, Essex

Permanent / Full Time

Salary: Up to £45,000 basic, depending on experience

Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 8:00am – 5:30pm

• Currently 1 in 3 Saturdays: 8:00am – 2:00pm

• Proposed change to 1 Sunday per month: 8:00am – 1:00pm

Enjoy getting stuck into proper diagnostic and mechanical work?

We're looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a well-established independent specialist workshop in the Chelmsford area.

This isn't a role where you'll spend every day carrying out basic servicing and changing tyres.

There's plenty of diagnostic work, fault finding and more involved mechanical repairs, including engine strip-downs. So, if you're an experienced Technician who enjoys a challenge, likes getting to the bottom of tricky faults and takes pride in doing the job properly, this could be right up your street.

You'll be joining a workshop that works on a variety of vehicles, with a particular focus on German marques.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs

• Diagnosing and resolving electrical and mechanical faults

• Undertaking more complex repairs, including engine strip-downs and component replacement

• Using diagnostic equipment to identify faults accurately

• Working independently and as part of the workshop team

• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and attention to detail

What we're looking for

• At least 5 years' solid experience as a Vehicle Technician

• Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair skills

• Experience beyond routine servicing and fast-fit work

• Confidence tackling more complicated mechanical jobs

• A good understanding of modern vehicle systems

• Your own tools

• A full, clean UK driving licence

• A reliable, practical approach and pride in your work

Previous experience in a main dealership or independent specialist workshop would be particularly suitable.

What's on offer?

• Basic salary up to £45,000, depending on experience

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays from 2027

• AXA healthcare from 2027

• Company pension

• Employee discount

• On-site parking

• Varied work, including challenging diagnostics and mechanical repairs

Interested?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician who enjoys proper hands-on mechanical work and wants to put your diagnostic skills to good use, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch with ACS Automotive Recruitment for a confidential chat about the opportunity.