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Posted 20 July, 2026

Vehicle Technician

JLD Recruit Ltd
Preston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title:Mechanic / Vehicle Technician

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Location:Poulton le Fylde, Blackpool

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Salary:£35,000 to £42,000 per annum depending on experience

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Employment Type:Full-time, Permanent

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Hours:Monday to Friday with 1 Saturday every other week

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JOB OVERVIEW

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We're recruiting a Mechanic or Vehicle Technician for our client, a busy and well run workshop based in Poulton le Fylde near Blackpool. This is a full-time, permanent position covering a varied mix of private and commercial vehicles across servicing, maintenance, repairs and fault finding.

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Our client is open on experience level. If you have the right attitude, strong mechanical ability and a genuine passion for the industry, they want to hear from you. This is a long term opportunity with strong earning potential for the right person.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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  • Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs across a range of private and commercial vehicles
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  • Diagnose and fault find mechanical issues using diagnostic equipment and technical manuals
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  • Repair or replace components to a high standard
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  • Use workshop tools and equipment confidently on a daily basis
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  • Work independently when required and as part of the wider workshop team
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  • Follow health and safety procedures at all times
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  • Maintain accurate records of all work carried out
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  • Welding work where applicable
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QUALIFICATIONS

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  • Strong mechanical ability and hands on experience (essential)
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  • Experience with servicing, diagnostics, repairs and fault finding
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  • Confident using diagnostic equipment and workshop tools
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  • Organised, reliable and self motivated
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  • Good problem solving ability and attention to detail
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  • Ability to work independently when required
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  • Welding experience (desirable, not essential)
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  • Previous workshop experience (desirable, not essential)
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WHAT WE OFFER

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  • Salary of £35,000 to £42,000 depending on experience
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  • Strong earning potential for the right candidate
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  • Varied, hands on role across private and commercial vehicles
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  • Long term, stable position within a busy workshop
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  • Monday to Friday with 1 Saturday every other wee
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