At a Glance
- Tasks: Service and repair a variety of vehicles while meeting manufacturer standards.
- Company: Join one of the UK's leading automotive groups with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, bonuses, generous leave, and discounts on car purchases.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth in EV and hybrid technology.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry with hands-on experience and training.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent experience required.
Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role for a Level 3 qualified Technician, or a Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with at least 3 years experience, working with one of the UKs leading automotive groups on a wide range of vehicles.
Excellent salary, benefits, overtime, and bonus opportunities available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.
Location: Reading
Salary: £42,845 basic per annum plus bonus and overtime, OTE £50,000 per annum
Job type: Permanent / full-time role
Working hours: 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis
Vehicle Technician Benefits:
- Strong basic salary with highly rewarding individual efficiency and team performance bonuses.
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
- Workplace pension scheme and life assurance protection worth twice your salary.
- Peace of mind with full, comprehensive workshop tool insurance coverage.
- Generous discounts on personal car purchases and leasing plans, with substantial employee savings on vehicle servicing, parts, and repairs.
- Dedicated training in EV and hybrid technology, diagnostics, and high-voltage systems.
- Digital portal access offering exclusive savings at major high-street retailers.
Vehicle Technician Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification).
- Hands-on workshop experience as a mechanic or technician, ideally within a franchised dealership environment.
Vehicle Technician Job role:
- Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and component updates, in line with manufacturer standards.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering, suspension, and basic engine systems.
- Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements clearly on digital job cards.
- Complete standard warranty repairs in line with factory protocols and agreed timeframes.
- Maintain high levels of workshop productivity to meet individual efficiency and first-time fix targets.
We're Hiring: Servicemonteur / Technicus in Slough 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.
