SpokenCV is a UK mechanic recruitment platform. Instead of trawling job boards or paying agencies, you search a database of verified mechanic profiles built from AI voice interviews. Filter by skill, location, qualifications and availability, then contact candidates directly.
How much does it cost?
Browsing mechanic profiles is free. The Hire plan is £59/month for full access and direct contact details. A one-time £499 placement fee applies when you successfully hire through SpokenCV. No contracts, cancel anytime.
How are mechanic profiles verified?
Every profile is built from a real AI phone interview. The mechanic speaks to our AI assistant about their skills, qualifications, experience and preferences. The answers are extracted into a structured profile — not self-reported text that anyone can embellish.
How does SpokenCV compare to recruitment agencies?
Typical UK recruitment agencies charge £3,000–£5,000 per mechanic placement. SpokenCV charges £499 — saving up to 90%. You also contact mechanics directly, with no middleman or commission.
What qualifications can I search for?
You can filter by NVQ level, City & Guilds, MOT tester licence, EV/hybrid qualifications, manufacturer training, and specialisms like diagnostics, diesel, brakes, suspension, engine, air conditioning and more.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Every garage gets a 30-day free trial of the Hire plan. Browse profiles, search by location, and see what's available before you pay anything.
What is the replacement guarantee?
If a mechanic you hired through SpokenCV leaves within 30 days, we'll help you find a replacement at no additional placement cost.
For Mechanics
Is SpokenCV free for mechanics?
Yes, completely free. Registration, profile creation and updates are all free. You will never be charged to use SpokenCV.
How does the AI voice interview work?
Enter your phone number on our website. You'll get a call within 30 seconds from our AI interviewer. It asks about your skills, qualifications, experience, location and what kind of role you're looking for. The whole call takes about 5 minutes. Your answers are used to build your profile — no typing required.
Can I edit my profile after the interview?
Yes. Go to the My Profile page, verify with your phone number and an OTP code, and you can edit any part of your profile. You can also call in again to redo the interview entirely.
Who can see my profile?
Only registered UK garages can see your profile. Free-tier garages see your name and location. Paying garages can see your full profile and contact details. You can delete your profile at any time.
Can I delete my profile?
Yes. Visit My Profile, verify your identity, and use the Delete Account option. Your personal data will be anonymised immediately in accordance with GDPR.
What data do you collect?
We collect your phone number, name, location, qualifications, specialisms, experience and employment preferences — all from your voice interview. Voice transcripts are automatically anonymised after 90 days. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
General
How do UK garages find mechanics to hire?
UK garages typically use recruitment agencies (costing £3,000–£5,000 per hire), job boards like Indeed or Totaljobs, or word of mouth. SpokenCV offers a faster, cheaper alternative: a searchable database of AI-verified mechanic profiles with direct contact for £59/month plus £499 per hire.
What is the cheapest way to recruit a mechanic in the UK?
Word of mouth is free but unreliable. Job boards like Indeed charge per-click or per-application. Recruitment agencies take £3,000–£5,000 per placement. SpokenCV is £59/month with a £499 placement fee — the most cost-effective dedicated mechanic recruitment platform in the UK.
What is an AI voice interview for recruitment?
An AI voice interview is a phone conversation between a candidate and an artificial intelligence. SpokenCV uses AI voice interviews to register mechanics — the AI asks structured questions about skills, qualifications and preferences, then extracts the answers into a verified profile. It takes about 5 minutes and requires no typing or forms.
How can mechanics find garage jobs without a CV?
SpokenCV lets mechanics register by answering a 5-minute phone call instead of writing a CV. The AI interview captures their skills, qualifications and preferences, creating a verified profile that garage managers can search. No typing, no forms, no paperwork.
Is there a skills shortage for mechanics in the UK?
Yes. The UK has an estimated shortage of around 20,000 mechanics and technicians. With over 30,000 independent garages competing for talent, finding qualified mechanics is one of the biggest challenges facing the industry. SpokenCV helps by making it easier for both sides to connect.
What are the alternatives to SpokenCV for mechanic recruitment?
Alternatives include general job boards (Indeed, Totaljobs, Reed), specialist automotive job boards (AutoJobs), recruitment agencies, and word of mouth. SpokenCV differs by using AI voice interviews for verified profiles and offering direct garage-to-mechanic contact at a fraction of agency costs.
Is SpokenCV GDPR compliant?
Yes. SpokenCV is ICO registered and fully GDPR compliant. We collect data with explicit consent, provide data export and deletion tools, automatically anonymise voice transcripts after 90 days, and use encryption for all data in transit and at rest.
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