At a Glance
- Tasks: Work on a variety of vehicles, from fast-fit repairs to full services.
- Company: Join one of the UK's fastest-growing automotive businesses with a modern approach.
- Benefits: Enjoy 32 days holiday, uncapped bonuses, and extensive training opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a rapidly expanding team with great career progression and perks.
- Why this job: Kickstart your automotive career with hands-on experience and professional qualifications.
- 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 Yeovil. 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: Yeovil
Pay / salary: £32,000 to £34,000 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 Assistant 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)
- A passion for the Automotive industry and a desire to develop further
- Willingness 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 aim 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.
Octane Recruitment: 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. If you would like to know more about these vacancies or any similar vacancies such as Mobile Automotive Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, Roadside Technician, Mobile Breakdown Technician, or Mobile Mechanic roles then please get in touch.
Vehicle Technician in 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.
