MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician - £35,000-£42,000 + Benefits
Location: Colchester
Full-time, Permanent
Benefits
- No weekends
- Early finish (doors shut 5:30)
- Private healthcare after 18 months
- Modern workshop with £100K recent investment
- 15-ramp site with new diagnostic bays
- Strong progression and long-term stability
- No targets, no forced overtime
- Long-term progression
- Supportive, close-knit team culture
The Role - MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician
This is a role where you'll spend around 80% of your time MOT testing, with light servicing only when the workshop is quiet. As an experienced MOT Tester, you'll carry out Class 4,5,7 MOTs, complete retests, identify faults and ensure all work meets DVSA standards. You'll also support the wider team with basic servicing tasks when required.
Key duties include:
- Conducting MOT tests to DVSA regulations
- Advising customers on repairs and safety issues
- Completing accurate documentation and test certificates
- Light servicing (pads, basic servicing) when quiet
- Using modern diagnostic equipment in a newly upgraded workshop
What You Need
- Valid MOT Tester licence Class 4,5 and Class 7 desirable
- Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
- Team-focused, humble personality (no egos)
- Full UK driving licence
MOT Tester in West End 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.
