Vehicle Mechanic


Company:	Vibe Recruit
Salary:	£40,000 to £47,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bristol, BS3 4DW
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Nov 2026
Closing date:	4 Dec 2026

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Summary

VEHICLE MECHANIC / VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Location: Bedminster, Bristol

Salary: £40,000 - £47,000 - Negotiable - Plus Bonus

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm - No Weekends

Overtime: Paid at Time and a Half

Benefits: Attendance Bonus, No Accident Bonus & Company Uniform

The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an experienced and skilled

Vehicle Mechanic / Vehicle Technician to join a busy, established automotive workshop based in Bedminster, Bristol.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, hands-on mechanic who enjoys getting stuck into a variety of mechanical work, from routine servicing through to major mechanical repairs.

Our client is looking for someone with strong mechanical knowledge, excellent fault-finding skills and the ability to work independently across a range of makes and models.

Experience working on light commercial vehicles would be a distinct advantage.

In return, you'll benefit from a competitive, negotiable salary, Monday-to-Friday working with no weekends, bonus opportunities and overtime paid at time and a half.

The Role

Working as part of an experienced workshop team, you'll be responsible for diagnosing, maintaining and repairing cars and light commercial vehicles.

Key responsibilities include:

Carrying out major mechanical repairs, including clutches, timing belts/chains, gearboxes and engine repairs.

Undertaking routine servicing, maintenance and general vehicle repairs.

Diagnosing and resolving mechanical faults using practical fault-finding techniques and diagnostic equipment.

Working across a variety of vehicle makes and models.

Ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, safely and to a high standard.

Maintaining accurate records of work undertaken, including parts used and labour time.

Working independently while supporting the wider workshop team.

Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

What We're Looking For

Minimum

5 years' hands-on experience as a Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Technician.

Proven experience undertaking major mechanical repairs, not just routine servicing.

Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.

Confidence working independently on complex mechanical repairs.

Experience within a main dealership or reputable independent garage preferred.

Experience working on light commercial vehicles would be advantageous.

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent, desirable but not essential.

Experienced, time-served mechanics with strong practical skills are equally encouraged to apply.

A reliable, proactive approach with excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

What's On Offer?

Salary circa £45,000 - negotiable.

Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:30pm.

No weekend working.

Overtime paid at time and a half.

Attendance bonus.

No accident bonus.

Company uniform provided.

Varied, hands-on mechanical work within an established workshop.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Vehicle Mechanic or Vehicle Technician who enjoys tackling challenging mechanical repairs and wants a well-paid role without weekend working, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity in Bedminster, Bristol.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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