At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspect, service, and repair vehicles while ensuring top-notch quality and customer satisfaction.
- Company: Join one of the UK's leading automotive retail groups in a professional dealership.
- Benefits: Earn up to £46,790 plus bonuses, with excellent training and 33 days annual leave.
- Other info: Enjoy a Monday to Friday schedule with no weekends and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with structured training and clear progression in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair and practical workshop experience required.
Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, or Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with strong workshop experience, for one of the UKs leading automotive retail groups, working within a professional franchised dealership environment. Excellent earning potential, structured training, manufacturer development, bonus opportunities and a strong employee benefits package.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.
Pay / salary: up to £46,790 basic with bonus and overtime opportunities available OTE £52,000 +
Permanent / full-time role: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, No weekends.
Vehicle Technician Benefits:
- ~£2000 joining bonus
- ~ Competitive basic salary with performance-related bonus and paid overtime opportunities where applicable
- ~33 days annual leave, rising with length of service
- ~ Company pension scheme, share incentive scheme and enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
- ~ Online rewards platform with retail discounts, cashback and lifestyle savings
- ~ Manufacturer training, EV/electrical development, tool insurance and clear career progression routes
Vehicle Technician role:
- Carry out inspections, servicing, maintenance and repair work accurately to manufacturer, franchise and health and safety standards.
- Carry out electronic vehicle health checks and report findings clearly to support customer decisions and workshop efficiency.
- Complete service records, digital checklists and repair documentation in line with company and manufacturer procedures.
- Handle, fit and store parts, components, lubricants and consumables correctly and safely.
- Work professionally with Service Advisors, workshop control and colleagues to deliver high-quality workmanship, first-time fixes and a positive customer experience.
Vehicle Technician Requirements:
- Qualified to NVQ Level 2 or Level 3, City & Guilds, or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, depending on experience level.
- Current practical experience as a Vehicle Technician within a dealership, franchise or independent workshop environment.
- MOT licence and manufacturer accreditation would be advantageous but are not essential.
- Own tools suitable for day-to-day workshop servicing, diagnostics and repair duties.
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.
If you would like to know more about these vacancies or any similar vacancies such as Vehicle Technician, Master Technician, MOT Tester, Prep Technician or Dealership Mechanic roles, then please get in touch.
Locations
Vehicle Mechanic (Electrical Training) in Somerset, Yeovil 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.
