Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician   Location: Sunderland Salary: £38,000 - £52,500 Realistic Annual Earnings Hours: 40 hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm + 1 in 3 Saturdays, 8:30am-12:30pm…

Pay rate £38,000/year
Contract type Contract
Posted 24 September 2026

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Vehicle Technician / Vehicle Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician
 
Location: Sunderland
Salary: £38,000 - £52,500 Realistic Annual Earnings
Hours: 40 hours Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm + 1 in 3 Saturdays, 8:30am-12:30pm
Alternative: Fixed 4-day week available - Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday, 42 hours
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Vehicle Technician - Up to £52,500 Earnings
 
Looking for a Vehicle Technician role where your experience is recognised, your earning potential increases as you progress and you can choose a working pattern that suits you?
 
An excellent opportunity is available for Vehicle Technicians at various levels to join an established automotive workshop in Wearside. With realistic annual earnings from £38,000 up to £52,500, full manufacturer training, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a well-supported workshop environment.
 
What's in it for You?
·Realistic earnings of £38,000 - £52,500
·Structured technician progression and salary levels
·Full manufacturer training provided
·HVE qualification opportunities
·Productivity bonus
·Saturday overtime
·Colleague vehicle scheme
·Established and supportive workshop environment
·Genuine career development opportunities
 
The Role
As a Vehicle Technician, you'll carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs while ensuring vehicles meet the highest technical and safety standards.
Responsibilities include:
·Carrying out servicing and routine maintenance
·Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults
·Completing technical repairs to manufacturer standards
·Conducting vehicle inspections and health checks
·Using diagnostic equipment and manufacturer technical information
·Completing accurate job cards and repair documentation
·Maintaining high standards of workmanship and customer care
 
About You
You'll ideally have:
·City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
·Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician
·Full UK Driving Licence
·Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills
·Good attention to detail and commitment to quality
·A positive, professional and team-focused approach
 
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Whether you're a PDI Technician, Vehicle Technician, Senior Technician, Diagnostic Technician or Master Technician, this is an opportunity to develop your skills and increase your earning potential through structured progression.

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