MOT Technician

Octane Recruitment; Southampton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Training and development

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an MOT Technician for a fast-fit automotive business in Southampton. The role focuses on performing MOTs on customer vehicles and delivering light repair work, with full support to develop qualifications through Level 3 programmes.

The position offers a Monday–Friday 08:30–17:30 schedule (with Saturday rota) and a clear path to progression within a growing network of centres. Salary ranges £36,000–£40,000 with uncapped OTE and on-site benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence – Essential
• Experience as a Vehicle Technician (no formal qualifications required)
• Experience as an MOT Tester
• MOT licence – Essential
• Passion for automotive industry and interest in hybrid vehicles

Responsibilities

• Complete MOTs on customer vehicles
• Light and full-service work
• Fast fit duties as required
• Work with workshop to achieve targets
• Coordinate with Service/Parts and other centre departments to maintain communication
• Ensure DVSA process is followed

Skills

MOT testing

Vehicle servicing

Teamwork

DVSA process

Customer focus

Education

Level 3 qualifications (IMI & Hybrid)

Job description

Our client who is one of the UK’s fastest growing fast-fit automotive business, are currently looking for a MOT Technician based at their retail centre in Southampton.

As a MOT Technician would be responsible for completing MOTs on customers cars, as well as other light repair work. To be applicable for this role you must have a valid MOT licence, as well as experience working as a Vehicle Technician.

You do not need to be a qualified technician for this role. Our client is happy to put you through your qualifications!

Location: Southampton

Pay / salary: £36,000 to £40,000

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 though your Level 3 qualifications; both IMI & Hybrid
• Extensive on-going 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

MOT Technician Responsibilities:

• Completing MOTs on customer vehicles
• Light and full-service work
• Fast fit duties as and (when required)
• Working with the rest of the workshop to achieve targets
• Working with other centre departments (Service, Parts, etc) and ensuring that they are well informed
• Ensure the correct DVSA process is followed

To be a MOT Technician you will need:

• Valid UK driving licence – Essential
• Experience working as a Vehicle Technician (no qualifications needed)
• Experience as an MOT Tester
• A valid MOT licence – Essential
• Have a passion for the Automotive industry and want to develop further
• Want to learn and develop your knowledge of Hybrid cars

Our client:

They have over 180 centres within the UK and are actively growing, they are known for their strong national presence, modern service centres and commitment to customer care. They are looking 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.

Reference: RPOALL

Consultant: Chandre Heunis