Job Title: Senior Mechanic / Workshop Supervisor
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 + Overtime (DOE) + Yearly Bonus
Location: Sidcup, Kent
Are you an experienced and confident Vehicle Technician ready to take the next step in your career? Were looking for a Senior Mechanic to lead a small team in a reputable, independent garage based in Sidcup If your passionate about maintaining high standards, have a solid understanding of both traditional and electric vehicles, and enjoy mentoring others this role could be your perfect fit.
As Senior Mechanic / Workshop Supervisor, youll not only carry out diagnostics, repairs, and servicing on a wide range of vehicles including electric and hyperideal also be responsible for leading and supervising a team of technicians. You'll take ownership of daily workshop operations, ensuring productivity, quality, and safety remain top priority.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives on the tools but is also confident guiding others and driving performance within the workshop.
Diagnose, service, and repair all makes and models of vehicles
Work on electric and hybrid vehicles (EV experience essential)
Lead and manage a team of technicians delegating tasks, mentoring, and overseeing quality
Coordinate daily workflow and ensure jobs are completed efficiently
Liaise with service advisors and management for smooth workshop operations
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
Uphold compliance with all health and safety guidelines
Our client is a trusted, independent garage with a strong reputation for professionalism, reliability, and exceptional customer service in the Sidcup area. The team works on all types of vehicles, offering both mechanical and electrical expertise. They take pride in quality workmanship and offer a supportive environment where experienced professionals are given autonomy and recognition.
Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
Rotational Saturdays (details shared at interview)
Overtime available
Annual performance-based bonus
Minimum 3 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician within the UK
UK Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification (or equivalent)
EV certification and experience working on electric vehicles
Proven experience in supervising or leading a workshop team
Full UK driving licence with a clean record
Your own set of tools
Excellent diagnostic and fault-finding skills
Strong leadership qualities with a professional, can-do attitude
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.
Kamro gives you a full recruitment department for a simple fixed fee. We run talent acquisition end to end for SMEs across the UK. Real outreach and headhunting, not just adverts. Shortlists in days, interviews booked, clear updates you can act on. Placement protection if a hire leaves. Prefer pay on hire? We offer a low fixed finder fee as well. Five star rated, transparent, and practical.
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.
