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Garage Assistant

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Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library
Colinton, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £14.5 Hourly
Temporary
Garage Assistant

Location: EH14 2TF
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 36 hours per week
Pay Rate: £14.51 per hour
Temporary Ongoing – Immediate starts available

Please note the Garage Assistant requires a drivers licence as you will be moving vehicles within the yard

The Garage Assistant will support vehicle examiners and workshop teams by safely assisting with vehicle checks, helping operate vehicle controls during inspections, and maintaining a clean, organised workshop environment.

Assisting vehicle examiners during inspections by safely operating vehicle lights, steering and brakes when instructed
Supporting checks across a range of vehicle types, including vehicles positioned on workshop ramps
Working safely at slight height where vehicles are raised on ramps
Communicating clearly with vehicle examiners, mechanics and other workshop colleagues
Carrying out general housekeeping duties to keep the workshop area clean, safe and well-organised
Helping prepare vehicles and equipment for inspection, maintenance or testing
Reporting any visible issues, hazards or concerns to the appropriate team member
Working both indoors and outdoors in a busy, professional garage environment
Requirements:

Confident following instructions and working safely around vehicles and workshop equipment
Comfortable operating vehicle lights, steering and brakes when directed by a vehicle examiner
Comfortable working at slight height while vehicles are positioned on ramps
Good communication skills and a reliable, positive approach to teamwork
An interest in motor vehicles and a basic understanding of how they operate would be an advantage
Apply now

Reference: 225284033

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CV-Library

Garage Assistant

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 23, 2026 by CV-Library

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Colinton, City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Public Sector
Immediate Start
£14.5 - £14.5 Hourly
Temporary
Garage Assistant

Location: EH14 2TF
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday 36 hours per week
Pay Rate: £14.51 per hour
Temporary Ongoing – Immediate starts available

Please note the Garage Assistant requires a drivers licence as you will be moving vehicles within the yard

The Garage Assistant will support vehicle examiners and workshop teams by safely assisting with vehicle checks, helping operate vehicle controls during inspections, and maintaining a clean, organised workshop environment.

Assisting vehicle examiners during inspections by safely operating vehicle lights, steering and brakes when instructed
Supporting checks across a range of vehicle types, including vehicles positioned on workshop ramps
Working safely at slight height where vehicles are raised on ramps
Communicating clearly with vehicle examiners, mechanics and other workshop colleagues
Carrying out general housekeeping duties to keep the workshop area clean, safe and well-organised
Helping prepare vehicles and equipment for inspection, maintenance or testing
Reporting any visible issues, hazards or concerns to the appropriate team member
Working both indoors and outdoors in a busy, professional garage environment
Requirements:

Confident following instructions and working safely around vehicles and workshop equipment
Comfortable operating vehicle lights, steering and brakes when directed by a vehicle examiner
Comfortable working at slight height while vehicles are positioned on ramps
Good communication skills and a reliable, positive approach to teamwork
An interest in motor vehicles and a basic understanding of how they operate would be an advantage
Apply now
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Reference: 225284033

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