Junior / Improver Mechanic (£35k Basic
Pay & Benefits
- Basic Salary: £35,000 basic per annum
- Hours & Shift Pattern: 4-Day Working Week (38 hours total) | Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM — EVERY SINGLE FRIDAY OFF
- Unbeatable Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a guaranteed 3-day weekend every single week (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday OFF)
- Perks & Time Off: All Bank Holidays OFF, full workshop closure over the Christmas holiday period, workplace pension scheme, and free secure on-site parking
- Training Pathway: Full support and funded pathway to train and qualify as a certified DVSA MOT Tester
- Workshop Scope: Assisting lead technicians on MOT repair work, routine oil & filter servicing, tyre fitting, brake replacements, and general workshop maintenance
About Us
We are a premier, long-standing independent garage in the Lindfield / Haywards Heath area with an outstanding reputation for honest customer service and quality craftsmanship. We prioritize staff well-being above all else, offering a true 4-day working week so you get every single Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off—plus Bank Holidays—to enjoy an unbeatable work-life balance without corporate pressure.
Role Overview
Seeking a Junior MOT & Servicing Mechanic with at least 6 months of hands-on garage experience to perform routine mechanical servicing, brake repairs, and assist our lead MOT Testers with maintenance work in a modern workshop.
Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 6+ months of practical garage experience handling basic servicing and routine repairs.
- Aspiration: Strong ambition and desire to train towards becoming a fully certified DVSA MOT Tester.
- Mindset: Reliable, hardworking team player with a passion for learning from experienced technicians.
- Essentials: Full UK driving licence & basic hand tools.
Location & Commute
- Base: Lindfield / Haywards Heath area (Free secure on-site parking)
- Road Links: Strategic Mid-Sussex position directly off the A272 and A275 trunk roads, with quick links to the A23 northbound (Crawley/M23) and southbound (Brighton).
- Public Transport: Excellent mainline rail connections via Haywards Heath station, with regular local bus connections throughout the area.
- Commutable From: Haywards Heath, Lindfield, Burgess Hill, Crawley, Cuckfield, Hassocks, East Grinstead, and Lewes.
About Us
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How to Apply
Ready to earn £35k basic while enjoying every single Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off in Lindfield / Haywards Heath? Click Apply Now with your updated CV for a fast, 100% confidential callback within 24 hours!