At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Vehicle Technician, working on fast-fit mechanical tasks and servicing vehicles.
- Company: Fast-growing automotive business with over 180 centres across the UK.
- Benefits: Earn £28,000 - £35,000 plus uncapped bonuses and enjoy 32 days holiday.
- Other info: Extensive training, career development, and staff discounts await you!
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience in the automotive industry while gaining qualifications and skills.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed, just a passion for cars and a valid UK driving licence.
Our client, one of the UK’s fastest growing fast-fit automotive businesses, is currently looking for a Vehicle Technician based at their retail centre in Blandford. As a Vehicle Technician, you would be responsible for reviewing work on customers' vehicles, completing a wide range of fast fit mechanical work and light and full-service work. You do not need to be a qualified technician for this role; our client is happy to put you through your qualifications!
Location: Blandford
Pay / salary: £28,000 - £35,000, dependent on experience and accreditations
OTE: Uncapped and realistic £3,600
Shift and schedule: 08:30 - 17:30 Monday to Friday; Saturdays 08:30 – 16:00 on a rota with a day off in the week.
Benefits:
- 32 days holiday including Bank Holidays
- Uncapped Bonus scheme OTE £3,600
- We will put you through your Level 3 qualifications; both IMI & Hybrid
- Extensive ongoing training programme
- Career development: training and company growth to boost career progression
- Staff discounts on servicing, tyres, and MOTs
- Life Insurance
- Pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long service recognition, enhanced maternity and paternity leave
- Retail vouchers, eye care vouchers, buy/sell holidays, flu jab, cycle to work scheme, Company events
Vehicle Technician Responsibilities:
- Light and full-service work
- Fast fit duties such as replacing and repairing brakes, exhausts, car batteries, suspension parts
- Operating precision wheel alignment machinery, interpreting readings, and completing accurate adjustments
- Carrying out precise tyre diagnostics, fast-fit replacements, and repairs across various vehicle makes
- Working with the rest of the workshop to achieve targets
- Work as a team with the other Vehicle Technicians
To be a Vehicle Technician you will need:
- Valid UK driving licence – Essential
- Experience working as a Vehicle Technician (no qualifications needed)
- Have a passion for the Automotive industry and want to develop further
- Want to learn and develop your knowledge of Hybrid cars
Our client: They have over 180 centres within the UK and are actively growing, known for their strong national presence, modern service centres and commitment to customer care. They are looking to have over 300 centres within the next 3 years. They offer a wide range of services including tyres, MOTs, servicing and repairs, supported by their ongoing large investment in training, technology and centre development.
If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or simply want a Job Pack with more details, please apply. Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.
Vehicle Technician in Blandford Forum employer: Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and professional growth. Located in Birdholme, employees benefit from a comprehensive package including a pension scheme, life assurance, and generous holiday allowance, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in the automotive sector.
