Freelance Vehicle Technician

Autotech Recruit

United Kingdom

Hybrid

GBP 30,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates
Flexible work schedules
Free training

Job summary

A nationwide recruitment agency in the UK is looking for skilled Vehicle Technicians and MOT Testers. Roles include flexible short-term and long-term assignments across various clients. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and at least 4 years of experience. Competitive rates and training opportunities are offered. Join now to enhance your career and earnings.

Qualifications

  • Must have at least 6 months’ experience as an MOT Tester with completed minimum 100 tests.
  • Required to have demonstrable time-served experience.

Responsibilities

  • Support various clients, including main dealerships, independent garages, and councils.
  • Choose flexible short-term gigs or stable long-term assignments.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician
Own tools
Full UK driving licence
Willingness to travel

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Supporting MOT Testers and Vehicle Technicians across the UK

Join Our Network of Skilled Vehicle Technicians & MOT Testers!

Autotech Recruit is expanding our nationwide team of freelance Vehicle Technicians and MOT Testers. Whether you're seeking flexible short-term gigs or stable long-term assignments, we partner with a wide variety of clients—including main dealerships, independent garages, fast-fit centres, car supermarkets, councils, and more.

As a contractor with Autotech Recruit, you’ll enjoy:

  • The freedom to choose when and where you work
  • Competitive daily rates that typically exceed permanent salaries
  • Diverse work environments that keep things fresh

Worried about workload? Don’t be. Our dedicated team works hard to keep you as busy as you’d like, with consistent demand for skilled contractors across the UK.

What You’ll Need to Get Started:

  • NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) or demonstrable time-served experience
  • A minimum of 4 years’ experience as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, or MOT Tester
  • Your own tools (top box only)
  • A full UK driving licence and your own vehicle
  • Willingness to travel—greater flexibility means higher earnings

MOT Testers: Must have at least 6 months’ experience and completed a minimum of 100 tests.

What We Offer:

  • Highly competitive pay rates
  • Flexible payment options (Ltd Company, Sole Trader, Umbrella)
  • Long-term and flexible short-term contract opportunities
  • Guaranteed 8-hour minimum workdays
  • Weekly pay
  • Free CPD & MOT Annual Assessment training
  • Ongoing support from a dedicated contract management team
  • Free training - EV, ADAS, MOT and more

Ready to take control of your career and increase your earnings?

Apply now and become part of a respected network of professional contractors.

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