Motor Vehicle Technician

Flame Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK Automotive Recruitment Agency is seeking a Motor Vehicle Technician in Orpington, Kent. This role offers a salary up to £40k basic with an OTE of £60k and various company benefits. Responsibilities include vehicle repair, diagnostic checks, and inspections to DVSA standards. Candidates must have an NVQ in Motor Vehicle Technology and the right to work in the UK.

Benefits

Company Car Scheme

Exclusive discounts on new cars

7% employer pension contribution

22 days annual leave

Enhanced parental leave

Access to wellbeing resources

Worldwide personal accident cover

Training and e-learning resources

Paid sick leave after probation

Qualifications

• Must have a full UK driving licence.
• Experience in the UK automotive industry.
• The right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service vehicles.
• Complete diagnostic checks.
• Inspect vehicles for wear and tear.

Skills

Motor Vehicle Technician background

Diagnostic checks

Toolbox Insurance

Education

NVQ in Motor Vehicle Technology (IMI or City & Guilds Level 3)

Job description

Role

Motor Vehicle Technician – Orpington, Kent. Salary up to £40k basic, £60k OTE + company benefits. Monday to Friday 8.00 – 5.00. No weekends.

Responsibilities

• Repair and service vehicles.
• Complete diagnostic checks.>
• Inspect vehicles for wear and tear/general faults.
• Complete work to DVSA standards.

Qualifications

• NVQ in Motor Vehicle Technology through IMI or City & Guilds Level 3 as a minimum.
• Own tools and a full UK DL.

Benefits

• Company Car Scheme
• Exclusive discounts on new cars and a range of aftersales services, including MOT, body shop, parts, services, and tyres.
• Benefit from a generous employer pension contribution of up to 7%.
• 22 days of annual leave, which increases to 26 with continued service, in addition to bank holidays.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave provisions.
• Prioritise your wellbeing with access to counselling, practical information, and digital resources.
• Enjoy worldwide personal accident cover as part of our employee benefits package.
• Access a range of training initiatives and e-learning resources to support your professional development.
• Toolbox Insurance
• Paid sick leave upon completion of probationary period.

Apply Only If You Have

• Motor Vehicle Technician background within the UK automotive industry.
• Level 3 in City & Guilds or IMI.
• Full UK driving licence.
• The right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).

How to Apply

Please get in touch with the team at Flame Recruitment to apply or to find out more. You can also visit our website to see our available live Service Technician / Diagnostic Technician / Master Technician / Vehicle Technician / Automotive Technician / Motor Mechanic / Car Mechanic / Car Technician roles all over the UK.

About Flame Recruitment

At Flame Recruitment, we specialise in automotive industry roles, supporting career growth across the motor trade. We have thousands of vacancies throughout the UK — from admin to senior management. Looking for Technicians at all levels – Service Technician / Diagnostic Technician / Master Technician / Vehicle Technician / Automotive Technician / Motor Mechanic / Car Mechanic / Car Technician.