Junior Vehicle Technician / Mechanic – VAG Specialist (Monday to Friday)

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 basic salary + Performance Bonuses (£44,000 realistic OTE)

Location: Brighton

Hours: Monday – Friday only, standard workshop hours. No Weekends!

About The Business

We are one of the most established and respected automotive retail groups in the South of England, boasting a rich history of over 150 years. Operating a modern, premier facility in Brighton, we are dedicated to technical excellence across the Volkswagen Audi Group portfolio.

We completely reject the high-pressure fast-fit grind. We offer junior and improving technicians or mechanics the ideal stepping stone into a professional environment where you are treated as a valued expert, offering a clear runway to build a long-term, high-earning career at the forefront of modern German automotive technology.

The Perks (Straight to the Point)

• £28k – £30k Basic + £44k OTE: High basic salary tailored to your experience with an accessible efficiency bonus structure.
• No Weekend Work: Clean Monday to Friday schedule only. Enjoy your weekends.
• 33 to 38 Days Holiday: Starts at 25 days paid leave + 8 Bank Holidays, rising up to 38 days total based on service.
• Fast-Track Mentorship: Work daily alongside Senior and Master Technicians who will actively train you.
• Elite VAG Training: Fully funded pathways at the manufacturer UK training center covering advanced diagnostics and EV specialisms.
• Health & Protection: Healthcare cash plan, discounted private health insurance, Life Assurance, and company pension.
• Extra Benefits: Exclusive staff car benefit schemes, group-wide discounts, and flexible 1-hour lunch options.

The Earning Structure (How You Make Money)

Our comprehensive bonus scheme is built to reward your efficiency and daily output fairly:

• Time Saved Bonus: Paid out on all invoiced hours exceeding standard efficiency baselines.
• Weekly Performance Bonus: Earn an extra £50.00 weekly bonus simply by ensuring all attended hours are successfully invoiced.
• Car Sourcing Bonus: Pocket an extra £50.00 bonus for any vehicle purchase sourced directly from a customer.
• Overtime: Additional hours are fully paid in line with company policy to further maximize your take-home pay.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out routine servicing, brake replacements, suspension work, and fundamental mechanical repairs across the VAG vehicle lineup.
• Assisting senior workshop members with advanced diagnostic routines and specialized VAG platform software.
• Working efficiently to optimize your Time Saved Bonus while maintaining strict manufacturer quality standards.
• Collaborating alongside a supportive team of service advisors and workshop colleagues.
• Ensuring flawless workshop health, safety, and housekeeping standards are maintained across your bay.

Are You The One? (Requirements)

• Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent).
• Experience: Previous experience as a Junior Vehicle Technician or Mechanic inside a professional workshop, independent garage, or fast-fit center. Exposure to VAG brands (Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, CUPRA, Škoda) is a bonus, but not essential.
• Skills: Confident with fundamental mechanical repairs, routine servicing, and a strong desire to learn advanced diagnostics.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Commutable Locations

Our Brighton facility is perfectly located for a quick, straightforward daily drive from across East and West Sussex:

• Hove & Portslade: 5–10 mins
• Shoreham-by-Sea & Lancing: 15 mins
• Lewes & Falmer: 15 mins
• Peacehaven & Newhaven: 20 mins
• Burgess Hill & Haywards Heath: 20–25 mins
• Worthing: 25 mins

Apply Now

Stop doing nothing but tyres and exhausts and step into a professional role backed by over 150 years of automotive excellence. Click apply today to start a 100% confidential conversation with our management team. We respond to all applicants within 24 to 48 hours.

Please Note: Every application is handled with absolute discretion. We know the local trade is a close-knit community, so we will never contact your current employer or mention your application to anyone without your explicit permission. Your current job is entirely safe with us.