Commercial Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Mackworth; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive services firm in Mackworth is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician for servicing and diagnostics of a range of vehicles. Offering a competitive salary up to £36,500 and an OTE of £42,500, the role includes ongoing training and career development opportunities. Join a supportive team environment with great employee perks, including bonuses, holidays, and discounts.

Benefits

Ongoing training

30 days' holiday

Staff discounts

Life assurance policy

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Regular recognition and reward initiatives

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' hands-on experience in a workshop environment.
• MOT testing licence preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, repairs, and fault diagnosis efficiently.
• Completing visual health checks and reporting findings.
• Ensuring all vehicles are safe and roadworthy.

Skills

Vehicle servicing and maintenance

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 NVQ or City & Guilds qualification

Job description

Vehicle Technician (LCV)

Location: Derby, East Midlands

Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 17:00 NO WEEKENDS

Salary: Basic: Up £36,500 DOE. Plus Bonus OTE £42,500

Are you an experienced and qualified LCV Vehicle Technician looking for your next career move? We're looking for a skilled professional who can carry out servicing, maintenance, and diagnostics on a range of vehicles, while working as part of a supportive and established aftersales team.

Whether you're currently working in a franchised dealership or an independent garage, if you've got the drive to deliver exceptional service and top-quality workmanship, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Carrying out servicing, repairs, and fault diagnosis efficiently and accurately to manufacturer standards
• Completing visual health checks and reporting findings
• Ensuring all vehicles are safe, roadworthy, and meet customer expectations

What We're Looking For

• Qualified to Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent
• MOT testing licence preferred (not essential)Minimum of 3 years' hands‑on experience in a workshop environment
• A team player who takes pride in their work
• Full UK driving licence

What's In It for You

• Salary: £36,500 (DOE)
• OTE: £42,500 through time‑saved and team bonus schemes
• Ongoing manufacturer and in‑house training
• Clear career development and progression opportunities
• 30 days' holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Staff discounts on vehicles, parts, and aftersales services
• Team member referral bonus
• Life assurance policy and company pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Regular recognition and reward initiatives
• A friendly, professional, and supportive team environment from day one

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.