Join the FJ Chalke Family – Where You're More Than Just a Number

If you’re a skilled, qualified Vehicle Technician looking to earn well, feel valued, and work in a friendly, family run dealership, or if you’re in need of some further training & development opportunities – you’re in the right place…

We have a fantastic and exciting opportunity for an Automotive Technician at our multi franchise Vale Motors dealership in Wincanton.

We proudly represent four exciting automotive brands, including Omoda & Jaecoo – two of the fastest-growing franchises in the market – alongside GWM and Isuzu, offering a diverse and dynamic product range.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Diagnostics, fault finding, and repairs across a range of systems (engine, brakes, suspension, electrics etc.)
• Servicing and maintenance to manufacturer standards
• Road testing vehicles, including customer demos where needed
• Carrying out vehicle health checks
• Speaking directly with customers to explain issues and fixes
• Keeping your workspace clean and safe
• Supporting the team – we’re all in this together!
• CPD – We’ll help you with training & development to allow your career to flourish!

What We’re Looking For

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair & minimum of 2 years' practical experience
• Experience in a Main Dealer environment
• EV / Hybrid training a bonus (we’ll support you if not!)
• MOT Tester status? Even better!
• Someone who’s positive, honest, takes pride in their work and wants to grow with us
• Full UK driving licence (with less than 6 points)
• Your own tools and a can-do attitude

Why FJ Chalke?

• Family run since 1929
• Uncapped monthly performance bonuses
• Loyalty profit share
• Starting at 22 days holiday + Bank Hols (rising with service)
• Open, honest, & supportive culture
• Ongoing training and real career progression – we’ll help you be the best you can be
• MOT / Service / Parts / Vehicle discounts for you & family
• Employee Assistance Program – health & wellbeing support for you & family
• Social events throughout the year
• Pension, eye tests, referral schemes and more

Working pattern:

• Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm (30 mins unpaid lunch)
• Alternate Saturdays: 8:30am – 12:30pm

Ready to join a business where you’ll be respected, well-rewarded, and part of a proper team? Apply now and take your career to the next level with FJ Chalke.

Send a Covering Letter and CV to: recruitment@fjchalke.co.uk