PDI Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Hessle; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Pension and life assurance

Tool insurance coverage

Employee discounts on vehicle services

Manufacturer training

Employee referral bonus up to £2,000

Digital savings portal

Job summary

PDI Technician role based in Hull within a busy aftersales team. We require a Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification and prior PDIs/basics in service work. A full UK licence and the right to work in the UK are essential.

Excellent salary up to £33,038 with OTE £36,000 in time saved and team profit, plus 25 days' leave, pension, life cover and tool insurance. Training on EV/HEV maintenance and generous staff discounts are included.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification (IMI/City & Guilds or equivalent).
• Experience as a Technician/Mechanic with PDIs and basic service exposure preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Pre Delivery Inspections on fleet and customer vehicles to required standards.
• Complete basic maintenance tasks including oil and filter changes as part of prep.
• Ensure vehicles are safe, compliant and ready for handover to customers.
• Produce accurate digital write-ups, job cards and workshop records.
• Follow workshop processes to maintain safety, quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with the aftersales team to support smooth handover and productivity.

Skills

PDI experience

Vehicle inspection

Basic maintenance

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification

Job description

PDI Technician role for a Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Technician / Mechanic, working within a busy aftersales team carrying out Pre Delivery Inspections, basic maintenance, and vehicle preparation work to ensure fleet and customer vehicles are safe, compliant, and ready for handover. Excellent salary, benefits, overtime, and bonus opportunities available.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location: Hull

Pay / salary: Up to £33,038 basic per annum, OTE £36,000 based on time saved and team profit

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule: 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

• Strong basic salary with highly rewarding individual efficiency and team performance bonuses.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance protection worth twice your salary.
• Peace of mind with full, comprehensive workshop tool insurance coverage.
• Generous discounts on personal car purchases and leasing plans, with substantial employee savings on vehicle servicing, parts, and repairs.
• Manufacturer training, including electric and hybrid vehicle servicing and repair, to support ongoing technical development.
• Earn up to £2,000 for successfully recommending new colleagues to the group.
• Digital portal access offering exclusive savings at major high-street retailers.

Company

You would be joining a well-established UK automotive retail group with a strong national presence and a reputation for representing leading vehicle brands. The business operates a large network of dealerships and aftersales sites, offering a professional workshop environment, ongoing manufacturer training, and excellent long-term career opportunities.

Skills and experience

• Recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance qualification, such as IMI, City & Guilds, or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a Technician / Mechanic, ideally with exposure to PDIs and basic service work.

Job responsibilities for the PDI Technician role

• Carry out Pre Delivery Inspections on fleet and customer vehicles to ensure they are prepared to the required standard.
• Complete basic vehicle maintenance tasks, including oil and filter changes, as part of the preparation process.
• Ensure every vehicle worked on is safe, compliant, and ready for customer delivery.
• Complete accurate digital write-ups, job cards, and workshop records using iPads and internal systems.
• Follow workshop processes and procedures to maintain high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Work closely with the wider aftersales team to support smooth vehicle handover and workshop productivity.