At Wessex Garages, we’ve been putting customers first and delivering excellence in automotive retail for over 35 years. With dealerships across South Wales and the South West of England, we proudly represent leading manufacturers including Nissan, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, GWM and Mitsubishi. For these leading brands we supply new and used cars and vans, deliver after sales support and champion the Motability Scheme.
We’re proud to offer our customers and colleagues an experience built on Knowledge, Value, Transparency, and Trust — values that are at the heart of everything we do.
About the role
Wessex Garages is pleased to be recruiting a Master Vehicle Technician to join our Nissan and Kia dealership in Gloucester. While Nissan or Kia Master Technician accreditation would be an advantage, we warmly welcome applications from Master Technicians qualified with other manufacturer franchises.
As a Master Technician at Wessex Garages, you’ll benefit from ongoing manufacturer training and dedicated support, giving you every opportunity to continue developing your technical expertise and progressing your career within a successful and well-established aftersales team.
We’re looking for a motivated individual who takes pride in their work and is committed to maintaining the highest technical standards in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.
Key responsibilities
- Diagnose, repair, and service vehicles accurately and efficiently in line with manufacturer standards and allocated times
- Identify and resolve complex or non-routine faults, both in the workshop and during road testing
- Maintain an excellent level of technical knowledge across vehicle systems and technologies
- Make full use of Wessex Garages’ tools, facilities, and processes to maximise productivity
- Deliver a first-time fix wherever possible, ensuring complete customer satisfaction
- Ensure all work is carried out safely and in compliance with retailer, manufacturer, and industry guidelines
- Support the dealership in achieving industry-leading efficiency and quality standards
- Attend regular training to stay up to date with the latest technical developments
What we’re looking for
- A full UK manual driving licence with no more than 6 points
- Proven Master Technician status with a main dealer, supported by a full Level 3 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification
- A commitment to maintaining Master Technician accreditation through annual manufacturer training and assessments
If you’re a skilled Master Technician looking to join a respected dealer group that values expertise, development, and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.
Key information
Working pattern: 8:30am – 5:00pm Mon – Fri. Saturdays on a rota paid as OT
Salary: Competitive with bonus
Why Join Wessex Garages?
We’re committed to supporting our people with a range of benefits designed to promote wellbeing, reward loyalty, and enhance your overall experience at work:
- Holiday Allowance – Enjoy 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days added the longer you stay with us.
- Pension Scheme – We contribute to your future with company-backed pension support.
- Exclusive Employee Schemes – Take advantage of our discounted car purchase programme and Cycle to Work scheme after completing your probation.
- Wellbeing Support – Through our partnership with Menable, a specialist service for the automotive sector, you’ll have free access to confidential coaching, wellbeing check ins, and referral support where needed.
- Health Benefits – We provide complimentary eye tests and flu vaccination vouchers to help you stay healthy year-round.
- Event Perks – As proud sponsors of Bristol Bears Rugby we offer a limited number of free tickets to each game for our colleagues.
Please note:
- Driving licence checks will be carried out during the recruitment process.
- We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
- Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and this will be verified as part of the recruitment process.
To see all our latest vacancies, please visit www.wessexgarages.com/recruitment
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