MOT Tester

Arnold Clark Group; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £40k-£50k DOE

Performance bonuses

Overtime pay 1.5x

33 days annual leave

Flexible hours

Toolbox cover

EV accreditation training

Employee discounts

Salary reviews

Private healthcare & sick pay

Maternity/paternity packages

Job summary

Arnold Clark Group in Edinburgh Seafield is seeking an MOT Tester to join our Kia/BYD branch. You will perform MOT tests, inspect for defects, and advise customers while working with a skilled team using the latest automotive technology.

The role offers a lucrative salary with overtime, generous leave, flexible hours, and access to EV accreditation training, private healthcare, and staff discounts. A Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance certification (level 3 preferred), DVSA Tester Certification,

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance certification (Level 3 preferred).
• DVSA Tester Certification required.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Perform MOT tests in line with DVSA standards.
• Identify vehicle defects and failures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of inspections.
• Provide exceptional customer service and technical advice.

Skills

Team Player

Detail-Oriented

Customer service

Technical advice

Education

Level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance

DVSA Tester Certification

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

DVSA standards

Job description

Join Our Team as an MOT Tester – Drive Your Career Forward!

Are you passionate about cars and take pride in top-quality workmanship? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you at our KIA/BYD branch in Edinburgh Seafield.

Why choose Arnold Clark?

• £40,000 – £50,000 DOE plus benefits
• Additional opportunity to earn up to £9,000 every three years in performance bonuses– terms and conditions apply.
• All overtime paid at time and a half
• Starting from 33 days’ annual leave (with room to grow)
• Flexible hours
• Free Toolbox cover
• Training provided to become an EV-accredited Technician
• Generous employee discounts
• Opportunities to review salary yearly
• Private healthcare and sick pay cover
• Maternity and paternity packages

About the role

As an MOT Tester, you’ll be a key player in ensuring our customers' vehicles are safe and roadworthy. You’ll work with a skilled, motivated team in a dynamic environment, gaining hands‑on experience with a wide variety of makes and models. Plus, you'll stay ahead of the curve with the latest automotive technology!

Day-to-day duties

• Performing MOT tests in line with DVSA standards
• Identifying vehicle defects and failures
• Keeping up to date with current MOT testing guidelines and best practices
• Maintaining accurate documentation and records of inspections
• Providing exceptional customer service and technical advice

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Technician – Minimum level 2 Light Vehicle Maintenance certification (level 3 preferred)
• Experienced & Skilled – Solid background in an MOT testing role
• DVSA Tester Certification
• Team Player – Able to work efficiently alone or with colleagues
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Detail-Oriented – Committed to delivering high‑quality work

Our Culture

Arnold Clark is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We care about our employees and our communities, we nurture talent and encourage ambition, and we are passionate about people who take pride in their work. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do – diverse in our make‑up, united in our goals.

To find out more about Life at Arnold Clark, visit our website.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.