Senior Technician Leicester

Sandicliffe Ltd.; Leicester; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An established automotive retailer in Leicester is seeking a skilled Senior Vehicle Technician. The role involves diagnostics, repairs, and mentoring apprentices. Ideal candidates will have significant experience, NVQ Level 3 qualification, and a full UK driving licence. Attractive salary, training, and employee benefits are offered, along with a supportive team environment. Apply to join a modern workshop.

Benefits

Competitive salary with OTE and overtime opportunities

Ongoing manufacturer training and career development pathways

Tool insurance and uniform provided

Company pension and employee benefits scheme

Staff discounts across vehicles, servicing, and parts

Reward and recognition programmes

A supportive team environment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent qualification).
• Significant experience as a Vehicle Technician, ideally with strong diagnostic skills.
• Ability to identify and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults.
• Full UK driving licence.
• A strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Enthusiasm for learning, training, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out advanced diagnostic work, repairs, and maintenance on a wide range of vehicles.
• Supporting, mentoring, and coaching apprentices and junior technicians.
• Ensuring all work is completed to manufacturer standards, safely and efficiently.
• Accurately maintaining service and repair records.
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Job description

Senior Vehicle Technician – Sandicliffe Leicester

Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £37,406 + OTE, plus overtime available

Sandicliffe is one of the East Midlands’ most established and trusted automotive retailers, proudly serving our communities since 1948. We are looking for a skilled and motivated Senior Vehicle Technician to join our expert team in Leicester.

If you’re experienced in diagnostics, complex repairs, and mentoring others – and you’re looking to progress your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment – this could be the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carrying out advanced diagnostic work, repairs, and maintenance on a wide range of vehicles

• Supporting, mentoring, and coaching apprentices and junior technicians

• Ensuring all work is completed to manufacturer standards, safely and efficiently

• Accurately maintaining service and repair records

• Contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture focused on collaboration and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent qualification)

• Significant experience as a Vehicle Technician, ideally with strong diagnostic skills

• Ability to identify and repair complex mechanical and electrical faults

• Full UK driving licence

• A strong focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction

• Enthusiasm for learning, training, and professional development

Why Join Sandicliffe?

At Sandicliffe, our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring every colleague feels respected and supported. Whether you’re returning to the workforce, seeking a new challenge, or advancing your career in the motor trade, we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

We offer:

• Competitive salary with OTE and overtime opportunities

• Ongoing manufacturer training and career development pathways

• Tool insurance and uniform provided

• Company pension and employee benefits scheme

• Staff discounts across vehicles, servicing, and parts

• Reward and recognition programmes

• A supportive team environment where your expertise makes a difference

Apply Today

If you’re a qualified technician ready to step into a Senior Vehicle Technician role and want to be part of a modern, dynamic workshop, apply today to join the Sandicliffe Leicester team.