Mot tester

Salary: £35,000 to £42,000 basic salary + Time & A Half Overtime

Location: Haywards Heath

Hours: Monday – Friday (Strictly No Weekends)

About The Business

We are a highly respected, independent garage in central Haywards Heath that has been a trusted local fixture for over 75 years. We perfectly balance traditional mechanical craftsmanship with modern automotive technology, completely rejecting the frantic, high-stress environment of corporate dealerships and high-volume fast-fit centres. We know how demanding this job is, which is why we actively prioritize your well-being—offering a structured, sensible pace of work with a down-to-earth team that genuinely values your technical integrity.

The Perks (Straight to the Point)

• £35,000 to £42,000 Basic: A strong, stable basic salary package fully open and negotiable based on your experience.
• Enhanced Overtime: Boost your take-home earnings with optional overtime paid at a flat Time and a Half rate.
• Reclaim Your Weekends: Focused entirely on a healthy work-life balance with a strict Monday to Friday schedule—absolutely no weekends.
• Rested & Focused Rota: Enjoy a structured 30-minute lunch plus two 15-minute breaks throughout the day, because a rested tester is a happier, more accurate professional.
• Holiday Package: 20 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with extra holiday days awarded for high achievers.
• Top-Tier Training: Direct access to fully funded Bosch training and statutory MOT refresher courses to keep your skills completely up to date.
• Extra Perks: Secure company pension scheme, free on-site parking, and a relaxed, RMI-approved workspace with well-maintained testing equipment.

Why This Position Is Different

• Pace Over Pressure: Say goodbye to the relentless pressure of corporate testing lanes, unachievable volume targets, and being treated like a number. We value accuracy, safety, and compliance over rushing vehicles through the bay.
• A "Forever" Career: We boast incredible staff retention because we treat our team like family. You'll be a valued name in a clean, organized workspace, not a statistic on a corporate spreadsheet.
• Technical Variety & Support: When the MOT bay is quiet, you'll stay engaged by assisting a close-knit team with light mechanical repairs, servicing, or MOT prep work, keeping your days fast-moving and varied.

What You'll Be Doing

• Conducting DVSA-compliant Class 4 MOT tests efficiently and accurately to the highest standards of safety and integrity.
• Performing comprehensive vehicle health checks and accurately diagnosing MOT-failing defects.
• Logging test data seamlessly onto the DVSA online system.
• Communicating clearly with the front-of-house service team to explain required repairs.
• Assisting with light mechanical fast-fit repairs, servicing, and MOT prep work when required.

Are You The One? (Requirements)

• Qualifications: Must possess a valid, current DVSA MOT Testing Licence (Class 4 minimum).
• Experience: A proven track record working as an active MOT Tester or a Technician/Tester in a professional workshop environment.
• Mindset: A reliable, honest professional with high compliance standards and a team-player attitude who takes real pride in road safety.
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.

Commutable Locations

Our centrally located workshop in Haywards Heath is highly accessible, offering an easy, traffic-free daily commute from across Mid-Sussex, including:

• Lindfield (5 mins)
• Cuckfield (8 mins)
• Burgess Hill (10 mins)
• Hassocks (15 mins)
• Crawley (20 mins)
• East Grinstead (25 mins)
• Brighton (25 mins)

Apply Now

Click apply today to start a 100% confidential conversation with the management team. We respond to all applicants within 24–48 hours.

Please Note: Every application is handled with total discretion. We know the local industry is small, so we will never contact your current employer or share your details without your explicit permission.