MOT Tester

Octane Recruitment; North Kesteven; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Contributory pension

Staff discounts

Training & progression

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an experienced MOT Tester for a busy UK workshop. The role focuses on daily MOT testing to DVSA standards with safety checks, servicing and diagnostics where qualified.

You will keep precise digital records and support a collaborative workshop team. Offering a competitive base salary with achievable bonus, life assurance and a contributory pension, plus progression and training including EV & hybrid competency, this position emphasizes stability and ongoing

Qualifications

• MOT Tester licence
• Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail
• High standards of safety and customer care
• A team player who works well in a busy workshop

Responsibilities

• Daily MOT testing to DVSA standards
• Safety checks, servicing and repair work
• Diagnostics and warranty work (if qualified)
• Keeping accurate digital job cards and reports
• Supporting the workshop team when needed

Education

Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)

Tools

DVSA standards

Job description

MOT TESTER

£35,103 basic + strong OTE 25 days' holiday + bank holidays (rising with service) Life assurance & pension Discounts on servicing, vehicle purchase & more Exclusive lifestyle & shopping perks Full‑time

A modern workshop, proper support, and a role where an MOT Tester can actually progress.

If you're an experienced MOT Tester who wants a stable workshop, up‑to‑date equipment and a team that genuinely backs your development, this is a solid next step. You'll be working with modern diagnostic tools, clear processes and a management team that invests in training, including EV & hybrid.

What you'll be doing

• Daily MOT testing to DVSA standards
• Safety checks, servicing and repair work
• Diagnostics and warranty work (if qualified)
• Keeping accurate digital job cards and reports
• Supporting the workshop team when needed

What we're looking for

• MOT Tester licence
• Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Strong attention to detail and process
• High standards of safety and customer care
• A team player who works well in a busy workshop

What you get back

• Competitive basic salary + achievable bonus
• Manufacturer training including EV & hybrid
• Clear progression routes and accreditation pathways
• Life assurance, tool insurance & contributory pension
• Colleague discounts, wellbeing support & benefit platform

Why this MOT Tester role stands out

You'll be joining a workshop that's busy, organised and properly equipped — somewhere an MOT Tester can settle, earn well and keep progressing. If you want a role with stability, training and a strong benefits package, this is a great fit.