Van Technician

First Military Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automotive business in Reading is seeking an experienced Van Technician to join their team. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £38,000, with an OTE of £48,000 when including overtime pay. Benefits include ongoing training, a day off for your birthday, enhanced maternity and paternity policies, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a company recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate

20 days annual leave + bank holidays

Access to wellness and employee assistance programmes

Manufacturer and in-house training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in diagnosing, servicing, and repairing light commercial vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence for relevant vehicle classes.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs to light commercial vehicles.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with repair teams to diagnose faults.
• Maintain accurate records of serviced vehicles.

Skills

Diagnostic experience

Service and repair experience

Ability to identify worn or faulty components

Education

Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or IMI in LCV Vehicle Repair & Maintenance

Job description

Overview

First Military Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a well-established automotive business group. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Van Technician to join a highly reputable commercial vehicle dealership in the Heathrow area.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a business officially recognised as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years. As part of the technical team, you will benefit from annual appraisals, ongoing manufacturer training, and clearly defined career development pathways.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Van Technician

• Perform major and minor repairs to light commercial vehicles, trailers, and other vehicles.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance (e.g. oil changes, tyre rotations).
• Maintain a clean and organised workshop, ensuring safety standards are upheld.
• Collaborate with repair teams to diagnose faults and plan effective repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of all vehicles serviced or repaired.
• Provide roadside repair support in emergency situations.
• Complete documentation and escalates warranty claims as necessary.

Skills and Qualifications for the Van Technician

• Essential Qualification : Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or IMI in LCV Vehicle Repair & Maintenance.
• Experience : Diagnostic, service, and repair experience required.
• Compliance : Must be able to identify worn or faulty components per DVSA standards.
• Driving Licence : Full UK licence for relevant vehicle classes.

Benefits for the Van Technician

• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate
• Saturdays paid at overtime rate
• A day off for your birthday
• Business closure between 24–27 December 2025
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Four times death in service benefit
• Branded uniform and boot allowance
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Enhanced maternity & paternity policies
• Access to wellness and employee assistance programmes (EAP, 24 / 7 Online GP, mental health support)
• Toolbox insurance
• Annual appraisals and defined career progression
• Long service recognition with increased leave after 5 years
• Reward & recognition programmes including annual awards
• Manufacturer and in-house training opportunities
• Officially recognised as a Great Place to Work, including awards for Wellbeing and Development
• Silver Award under the Armed Forces Covenant

Location : Reading

Salary

Up to £38,000 DOE. OTE £48,000 per annum (overtime paid at 1.5 basic hourly rate)