MOT Tester / Mechanic
£35,000 - £43,000 per annum
Retford, Nottinghamshire
We have partnered up with a client who is seeking a seasoned MOT Tester / Mechanic. We are looking for an experienced MOT Tester/ Mechanic, someone who wants to be part of a garage that takes pride in its work and values craftsmanship. If youre ready for an environment where your expertise is respected and your skills actively used, keep reading.
In this role youll be responsible for conducting MOT tests and general mechanical repair work across a broad range of vehicles. Youll carry out inspections in line with DVSA standards, diagnose faults, repair and service vehicles from brakes and steering to diagnostics and full servicing. As part of the day‐to‐day youll work within a busy yet supportive workshop, ensuring each job is completed to an excellent standard and customers leave trusting the work done.
About the Client
The client is a well-established independent garage based in Retford, Nottinghamshire,. Theyve built a strong reputation for exceptional MOT, servicing and repair work across all makes of vehicles. Their workshop culture values precision, honesty and a friendly atmosphere, a place where the technical team is encouraged to show initiative and support each other to achieve high standards. Theyre trusted locally, rated highly for service and workmanship.
Working Hours
Monday to Friday: 08:30 17:30
Key Duties
Carry out MOT inspections in accordance with DVSA regulations and internal workshop standards.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using appropriate tools, testing equipment and diagnostic software.
Perform servicing, repairs and maintenance work across various vehicle systems (brakes, steering, suspension, exhausts, air-conditioning, etc).
Issue clear reports for customers and liaise with service advisors regarding any additional work required.
Maintain the workshop environment: ensure tools, equipment, and documentation are up to date and in good order.
Work efficiently to meet job schedules while upholding strong standards of workmanship and customer care.
Contribute to continuous improvement of workshop processes and customer satisfaction.
Key Requirements
Proven experience as an MOT Tester / Mechanic in a fast-paced garage or service centre.
Valid MOT Tester licence (or equivalent accreditation) and strong knowledge of DVSA standards class 4 and 7.
Excellent diagnostic ability, mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
Confident working across different vehicle makes and systems.
A strong communicator: able to explain technical issues clearly to colleagues and customers.
Reliable, organised and committed to delivering high quality results while managing workload.
Please feel free to apply
Hiring keeps slipping down the list. Ads bring more of the same. Agencies want a big percentage and still fire over CVs. Roles sit open. The team slows down. Costs creep up. You end up doing recruitment on top of the day job.
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Overview of service
• Your own in house style team running search, sourcing, screening and interview booking
• Proactive headhunting plus targeted adverts to build the right pipeline fast
• Fixed fee campaigns with clear deliverables and simple reporting
• Optional low fixed finder fee if you prefer pay on hire
• Offer and start support, then placement protection for peace of mind
Ready to hire better without the percentage price tag or agency faff? Message us here or visit kamro.co.uk to get started.
