Maintenance Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Southampton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Joining bonus £1,500

Weekday schedule Monday–Friday

Overtime on Saturdays (optional)

Flexible working hours 7:00–18:00

Birthday off and volunteering days

Regular salary reviews

Modern workshop and technical support

Level 3 progression training

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Maintenance Technician for a busy fleet workshop in Southampton (Romsey). You will service, maintain and repair fleet and rental vehicles, with focus on brakes, tyres, suspension and general mechanical tasks. Location: Southampton. Salary: Up to £16.00 per hour plus bonus and overtime.

Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week. No mandatory weekends. Role offers progression toward Level 3 and structured training in a modern workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Practical workshop experience in vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Good knowledge of brakes, steering, suspension and vehicle inspections.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair fleet and rental vehicles.
• Carry out brake, tyre, suspension and general mechanical repairs.
• Complete vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Identify worn or damaged components and carry out necessary repairs.
• Replace parts in line with manufacturer and workshop standards.
• Complete accurate job cards and maintenance records.
• Road test vehicles when required and maintain workshop safety standards.

Education

Level 2 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Maintenance Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician or Motor Vehicle Mechanic to join a busy fleet workshop in Southampton (Romsey). Applicants must have practical vehicle servicing and repair experience, hold a minimum Level 2 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, possess a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK. Level 2 qualified Technicians looking to progress to Level 3 are encouraged to apply.

Location: Southampton (Romsey)

Salary: Up to £16.00 per hour plus bonus and overtime

Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week – No Mandatory Weekends

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Why Apply?

• £1,500 Joining Bonus – £750 in First Month and £750 After Successful 90-Day Probation
• Monday to Friday – No Mandatory Weekends
• Optional Saturday Overtime at Enhanced Rates
• Flexible Working Hours Between 7:00am and 6:00pm
• Birthday Off and Paid Volunteering Days
• Regular Salary Reviews
• Modern Workshop and Technical Support
• Structured Training with Level 3 Qualification Progression

Maintenance Technician Role

• Service, maintain and repair fleet and rental vehicles
• Carry out brake, tyre, suspension and general mechanical repairs
• Complete vehicle inspections and safety checks
• Identify worn or damaged components and carry out necessary repairs
• Replace parts in line with manufacturer and workshop standards
• Complete accurate job cards and maintenance records
• Road test vehicles when required and maintain workshop safety standards

Maintenance Technician Requirements

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)
• Previous practical workshop experience in vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs
• Good knowledge of brakes, steering, suspension and vehicle inspections
• Ability to work independently and within a workshop team
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to undertake further technical training