Service Technician

Octane Recruitment Limited; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

25 days annual leave

Pension & life cover

Tool insurance

Employee discounts

EV/hybrid training

Referral bonus £2,000

Digital portal discounts

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited seeks a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic for a leading UK automotive group near Oxford. Roles require Level 3 technician status or Level 2 with at least 3 years’ experience; full UK driving licence and right to work essential.

Salary up to £36,064 plus bonus and overtime, with OTE over £39k. Eligible candidates will join a busy franchised workshop with ongoing manufacturer training, EV/hybrid tech exposure, and career development.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification).
• Hands-on workshop experience as a mechanic or technician, ideally within a franchised dealership environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and component updates, in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering, suspension, and basic engine systems.
• Complete thorough Electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs) to identify and record any work required.
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements clearly on digital job cards.
• Complete standard warranty repairs in line with factory protocols and agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity to meet individual efficiency and first-time fix targets.

Skills

Hands-on workshop experience

Diagnostics

Vehicle maintenance

eVHCs

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role for a Level 3 qualified Technician, or a Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with at least 3 years' experience, working with one of the UK's leading automotive groups on a wide range of vehicles. 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:Oxford

Pay / salary:Up to£36,064basic per annum plus bonus and overtime, OTE £39,232+

Job type:Permanent / full-time role

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Benefits

• 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.
• Dedicated training in EV and hybrid technology, diagnostics, and high-voltage systems.
• 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

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification).

Hands-on workshop experience as a mechanic or technician, ideally within a franchised dealership environment.

Job responsibilities for the Vehicle Technician role

• Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and component updates, in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering, suspension, and basic engine systems.
• Complete thorough Electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs) to identify and record any work required.
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements clearly on digital job cards.
• Complete standard warranty repairs in line with factory protocols and agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity to meet individual efficiency and first-time fix targets.