Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Birchanger; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician in Bishop's Stortford. This role involves diagnosing faults, performing repairs, and working in a modern workshop. Ideal candidates will have strong automotive knowledge and excellent customer service skills. Comprehensive benefits include competitive salaries, enhanced leave, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with clear pay scales

Generous annual leave allowance

Eligibility for colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Critical illness cover after 2 years

Techscheme for latest tech

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience as a vehicle technician or mechanic is required.
• Knowledge of various makes and models of vehicles.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults in vehicles and determine the most effective repair methods.
• Perform maintenance and repair services on a variety of makes and models.
• Carry out inspections and road tests of vehicles to ensure they are safe and reliable.
• Complete all relevant paperwork accurately and efficiently.
• Order and maintain an inventory of parts and materials.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of the latest automotive technology

Diagnostics and fault-finding experience

Ability to read and understand technical manuals

Good communication and customer service skills

Ability to work independently or as part of a team

A valid driving license

Job description

Overview

Vehicle Technician
Location: Bishop's Stortford
Salary: £38,000 plus bonus OTE 45K Plus
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 5.30pm, Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays 8.00am - 1pm
Reference: 26933

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician looking to join a forward-thinking dealership that values your skills and supports your career development?

We are working with a well-established, reputable client in Bishop's Stortford who is on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic technician to join their team. You\'ll be working with a well-known brand in a fully equipped, modern workshop environment—perfect for anyone passionate about cars and quality service.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries with clear pay scales in place as you develop
• Generous annual leave allowance that increases with length of service
• Eligibility to join one of our colleague car plans and cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave, adoption leave (6 months full pay) and paternity leave (2 weeks full pay)
• Critical illness cover after 2 years plus life assurance and free will writing service
• Techscheme where you can get the latest tech for less and spread the cost, eye care scheme and discounted shopping vouchers
• Employeeassistance programme and free access toSmart Healthgiving employees and their immediate families access to 24/7 GP services to support well being

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults in vehicles and determine the most effective repair methods
• Perform maintenance and repair services on a variety of makes and models
• Carry out inspections and road tests of vehicles to ensure they are safe and reliable
• Complete all relevant paperwork accurately and efficiently
• Order and maintain an inventory of parts and materials
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Adhere to company policies and procedures

Technical skills / Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of the latest automotive technology
• Diagnostics and fault-finding experience
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• A valid driving license

All applicants for this Vehicle Technician role are treated with 100% confidentiality

Consultant - Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments