Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days holiday

Uncapped bonus scheme

Level 3 qualifications

Ongoing training

Career development

Staff discounts

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Employee Assistant Program

Long service recognition

Retail vouchers

Buy/sell holidays

Flu jab

Cycle to work scheme

Company events

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking a Vehicle Technician for a fast-growing automotive business in Blandford. You will handle a variety of mechanical work, from light servicing to fast-fit tasks, without needing formal qualifications.

The role offers an above-average salary range of £28,000 - £35,000, plus an uncapped OTE bonus of £3,600. Work hours are Monday to Friday with some Saturday shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Experience as a Vehicle Technician is required (no formal qualifications needed).
• Must have a passion for the automotive industry and a desire to develop further.

Responsibilities

• Perform light and full-service work on vehicles.
• Conduct fast-fit duties like brake and exhaust replacements.
• Operate precision wheel alignment machinery and complete adjustments.
• Carry out tyre diagnostics and fast-fit replacements.
• Collaborate with the workshop team to achieve targets.

Skills

Mechanical work

Teamwork

Customer service

Passion for automotive

Hybrid vehicle knowledge

Tools

Wheel alignment machinery

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Our client who is one of the UKs fastest growing fast-fit automotive business, are currently looking for a Vehicle Technician based at their retail centre in Blandford.

As a Vehicle Technician you would be responsible for reviewing work on customers vehicles, completing wide range of fast fit mechanical work and light and full-service work.

You do not need to be a qualified technician for this role. Our client is happy to put you through your qualifications!

Location: Blandford

Pay / salary: £28,000 - £35,000, dependent on experience and accreditations

OTE: Uncapped and realistic £3,600

Shift and schedule: 08:30 - 17:30 Monday to Friday; Saturdays 08:30 16:00 on a rota with a day off in the week.

Benefits

• 32 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Uncapped Bonus scheme OTE £3,600
• We will put you though your Level 3 qualifications; both IMI & Hybrid
• Extensive on-going training programme
• Career development: training and company growth to boost career progression
• Staff discounts on servicing, tyres, and MOTs
• Life Insurance
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistant Program
• Long service recognition, enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Retail vouchers, eye care vouchers, buy/sell holidays, flu jab, cycle to work scheme, Company events

Vehicle Technician Responsibilities

• Light and full-service work
• Fast fit duties such as replacing and repairing brakes, exhausts, car batteries, suspension parts
• Operating precision wheel alignment machinery, interpreting readings, and completing accurate adjustments
• Carrying out precise tyre diagnostics, fast-fit replacements, and repairs across various vehicle makes
• Working with the rest of the workshop to achieve targets
• Work as a team with the other Vehicle Technicians

To be a Vehicle Technician you will need

• Valid UK driving licence Essential
• Experience working as a Vehicle Technician (no qualifications needed)
• Have a passion for the Automotive industry and want to develop further
• Want to learn and develop your knowledge of Hybrid cars

Our client

They have over 180 centres within the UK and are actively growing, they are known for their strong national presence, modern service centres and commitment to customer care. They are looking to have over 300 centres within the next 3 years.

They offer a wide range of services including tyres, MOTs, servicing and repairs, supported by their ongoing large investment in training, technology and centre development.