Commercial Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a supportive aftersales team in Quarndon. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification and at least three years of hands-on experience. The position offers a competitive salary up to £36,500 and potential earnings of £42,500 through bonus schemes. Opportunities for ongoing training and career progression are available, along with various employee benefits.

Benefits

30 days’ holiday including bank holidays

Staff discounts on vehicles and services

Life assurance policy

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years hands-on experience in a workshop environment.
• MOT testing licence preferred but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out servicing, repairs, and fault diagnosis efficiently.
• Completing visual health checks and reporting findings.
• Ensuring all vehicles meet customer expectations.

Skills

Servicing, repairs, fault diagnosis

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent

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.

VTMDL

Octane Ref: 29332

Consultant: Kalum Green