Vehicle Technician

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Babergh; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist automotive recruitment agency is looking for a qualified Vehicle Technician to join a busy service team in Babergh. The role offers a competitive salary between £31,000 - £36,000 with potential earnings of up to £44,600. Key responsibilities include diagnosing vehicle issues and collaborating closely with the Master Technician. The position includes career progression pathways and ongoing training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Manufacturer-accredited training

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Life Assurance

24/7 Smart Health access

Enhanced parental leave

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 qualification is mandatory.
• Hands-on experience in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Desire to improve skills and take on new challenges.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical diagnosis to manufacturers' guidelines.
• Collaborate with Master Tech on complex issues.
• Communicate further required work to customers/manufacturer.
• Conduct road tests to identify faults.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance

Hands-on experience in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Attention to detail

Team collaboration skills

Tools

Brand specific diagnostic machine

Job description

Vehicle Technician
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Up to £44,600 OTE (including £31,000 to £36,000 basic depending on qualifications and experience, plus bonus and overachievement incentives)
Hours: 42 per week – Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, and Saturdays on a rota, 08:00 to 12:00
Reference: 28258

Are you an NVQ Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician? Do you have hands-on experience in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair? If so, we want to hear from you!
We're currently looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our clients busy, high-performing service team in Sudbury. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, pays close attention to detail, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative, customer-focused team.

Vehicle Technician Benefits include:

- A competitive basic salary ranging from £31,000 to £36,000 depending on your experience and qualifications
- Bonus potential taking your OTE up to £44,600, with further earning potential through overachievement
- Additional £2,000 salary enhancement for EV qualifications
- Access to full manufacturer-accredited training, including Hybrid & Electric Vehicle certification
- Clear pathways for career progression and professional development
- Enhanced holiday entitlement that increases with length of service
- Life Assurance and Critical Illness Cover after two years’ service
- 24/7 Smart Health access for you and your immediate family
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
- Additional commission and bonus opportunities depending on role performance

Vehicle Technician Responsiblities:

- Carrying out mechanical and electrical diagnosis using (Brand specific diagnostic machine) to manufacturers guidelines
- Working with the Master Tech for guidance when dealing with complex issues
- Working closely with the manufacturers technical team when guidance is required
- Advising the customer/ manufacturer of any further work required
- Road testing with the customer to support in identifying faults

Whether you're a qualified Vehicle Technician ready to step into a Senior or Diagnostic role, or you're looking to continue developing your career with manufacturer support, we provide the training and support to help you thrive.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality

VTMDL Consultant: Liam Bolton
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive / Motor Trade recruitment agency. We deal with all aspects of the motor trade so if you have experienced then we will be keen to have a chat; everything from Car Dealerships, HGV companies, Fleet companies, manufacturers & independent sites