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Octane Recruitment Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OTE 36880 GBP

Productivity bonus

Time off in lieu

EV/hybrid training

Annual leave rise

Maternity leave

Paternity leave

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Eyecare & dental

Discounts & tech

Early wage access

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is supporting a busy main dealership in Colchester to recruit a PDI Technician. The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and a valid UK driving licence.

A background in main dealerships or independent garages is preferred, with a full-time permanent contract and standard hours. The position includes responsibilities such as pre-delivery inspections, health checks, servicing, and preparing hybrid/electric vehicles for handover, with

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections on new and used vehicles.
• Complete vehicle health checks and identify defects.
• Carry out initial servicing, minor repairs and adjustments.
• Prepare hybrid and electric vehicles for customer handover.
• Ensure vehicles meet manufacturer quality and safety standards.
• Accurately complete inspection reports and workshop documentation.
• Report defects and additional repair requirements to the Aftersales Manager.

Skills

PDI inspections

Vehicle health checks

Minor repairs

Attention to detail

Quality workmanship

Hybrid/electric awareness

Good communicate

Education

Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

We are recruiting for a PDI Technician, Pre-Delivery Inspection Technician, Vehicle Technician or Automotive Technician to join a busy main dealership in Colchester. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent), have a Full UK Driving Licence and the right to work in the UK. Previous motor trade experience is preferred, with candidates from main dealerships and independent garages considered.

Location: Colchester

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8:30am – 12:30pm, with time off in lieu)

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Why Apply?

• Up to £36,880 OTE with uncapped earning potential
• £3,000 productivity bonus
• Uncapped time saved bonus scheme
• Manufacturer training, including Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
• Annual leave increasing with service
• Enhanced maternity and adoption leave – 6 months full pay
• Enhanced paternity leave – 2 weeks full pay
• Company pension scheme
• 24/7 remote GP and wellbeing support
• Eyecare vouchers and optional dental schemes
• Retail discounts and technology purchase schemes
• Early access to earned wages
• Carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections on new and used vehicles
• Complete vehicle health checks and identify defects
• Carry out initial servicing, minor repairs and adjustments
• Prepare hybrid and electric vehicles for customer handover
• Ensure vehicles meet manufacturer quality and safety standards
• Accurately complete inspection reports and workshop documentation
• Report defects and additional repair requirements to the Aftersales Manager
• Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Competence (or equivalent qualification)
• Previous motor trade experience is preferred
• Experience within a main dealership or independent garage is welcomed
• Good understanding of vehicle servicing, inspections and maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Right to work in the UK