Lead Standalone Vehicle Technician / Senior Mechanic (Mon–Fri 9–5 | Prestige Specialist)

Are you an experienced, self-sufficient Vehicle Technician or Master Mechanic looking to escape micro-management, corporate target-chasing, and high-pressure environments?

A family-run specialist automotive business in Kettering is searching for an experienced, highly skilled technician to take full ownership of their on-site workshop operations. Working from a specialized facility that focuses on high-end, prestige, and unique vehicles, this standalone role offers complete day-to-day autonomy, great hours, and an environment where thorough mechanical mastery is valued over rushed targets.

If you want the freedom to work on high-spec, exciting automotive projects at your own pace within a friendly, family-like setup, this is the ideal opportunity.

What We Offer (Package & Benefits)

• Competitive Basic Salary: £35,000 – £40,000+ per annum (DOE) + Open bonus potential to be agreed upon
• Unbeatable Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 17:00—Strictly 100% No Weekends!
• Total Autonomy: Manage your own daily workflow as the primary technician without rigid micro-management
• Unique Vehicles: High-spec, prestige, and custom automotive projects to keep your work varied and interesting
• Workplace Perks: Free on-site parking, modern workshop facilities, and supplied uniform
• Job Security: Stable, long-term position within a supportive family business environment

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all standalone technical operations within the workshop as the primary technician.
• Execute deep-level mechanical repairs, including engine block teardowns, major overhauls, custom rebuilds, and complex component replacements.
• Perform comprehensive diagnostic fault-finding and root-cause analysis across varied, high-end vehicle setups.
• Self-manage repair timelines and prioritize daily workshop flow to deliver exceptional standards.
• Maintain clean, organized workshop bays and uphold high safety standards.

Candidate Profile & Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served specialist background).
• Technical Mastery: Proven background going deep into major mechanical overhauls and engine builds (far beyond routine servicing and fast-fit work).
• Self-Sufficiency: Ability to work unsupervised, make sound technical calls, and take full ownership of the workshop setup.
• MOT Requirement: None (This facility does not conduct MOT testing).
• Licence: Full UK Driving Licence (Required).

Location & Commutable Areas

Conveniently based in Kettering, this garage offers an easy commute from:

• Corby & Northampton
• Market Harborough & Wellingborough
• Desborough, Rothwell, Rushden & Thrapston

How to Apply

Ready to take full ownership of a specialist workshop environment with a dedicated, family-run team in Kettering?

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