MOT Tester

Octane Recruitment; West End; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends

Early finish

Private healthcare

Modern workshop

15-ramp site

Career progression

No overtime

Supportive team

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is recruiting for an MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician in Colchester. The role involves about 80% MOT testing with light servicing when needed, using modern diagnostic equipment in a newly upgraded workshop.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid MOT Tester licence (Class 4/5/7 desirable), have a strong eye for detail and a safety-first approach, and possess a full UK driving licence. This is a permanent, full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Valid MOT Tester licence Class 4 (4/5/7 desirable)
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
• Team-focused, humble personality (no egos)
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• Conduct MOT tests to DVSA regulations
• Advise customers on repairs and safety issues
• Complete accurate documentation and test certificates
• Light servicing when workshop is quiet
• Use modern diagnostic equipment in a newly upgraded workshop

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Team-focused

Tools

MOT Tester licence Class 4/5/7

Job description

MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician - £35,000-£42,000 + Benefits

Location: Colchester

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits

• No weekends
• Early finish (doors shut 5:30)
• Private healthcare after 18 months
• Modern workshop with £100K recent investment
• 15-ramp site with new diagnostic bays
• Strong progression and long-term stability
• No targets, no forced overtime
• Long-term progression
• Supportive, close-knit team culture

The Role - MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician

This is a role where you'll spend around 80% of your time MOT testing, with light servicing only when the workshop is quiet. As an experienced MOT Tester, you'll carry out Class 4,5,7 MOTs, complete retests, identify faults and ensure all work meets DVSA standards. You'll also support the wider team with basic servicing tasks when required.

Key duties include:

• Conducting MOT tests to DVSA regulations
• Advising customers on repairs and safety issues
• Completing accurate documentation and test certificates
• Light servicing (pads, basic servicing) when quiet
• Using modern diagnostic equipment in a newly upgraded workshop

What You Need

• Valid MOT Tester licence Class 4,5 and Class 7 desirable
• Strong attention to detail and a safety-first mindset
• Team-focused, humble personality (no egos)
• Full UK driving licence