Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a specialist site in Chelmsford. The role includes conducting vehicle health checks, servicing, and repairs, with an expected OTE of up to £51,600. Benefits include enhanced holidays, critical illness cover, and additional leave. Ideal candidates will have NVQ Level 3 and relevant motor industry experience.

Benefits

Enhanced holidays that increase with service

Critical illness cover after 2 years

Life Assurance

Smart Health - free access to support 24/7

Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave

Commission or bonus earning potential

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Experience in the motor industry, whether with brands or independents.
• Possession of a full and valid UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle health checks using the latest technology.
• Conduct vehicle services in accordance with manufacturers guidelines.
• Perform authorized repairs and complete all relevant paperwork.

Skills

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Motor industry experience

Full and valid UK driving licence

Job description

Vehicle Technician
Location: Chelmsford
Salary: OTE up to £51,600 (basic £30,000 - £45,000; plus OTE up to £6,600) + extra 2k for EV Qualification
Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5.30pm with 30 minutes lunch, Saturdays on rota 8am to 1pm (1 in 3 as overtime)

My client is recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician for our client’s specialist site in the Chelmsford area. While working alongside other experienced vehicle technicians, you will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services, and carrying out any additional repairs.

Fantastic benefits package for Vehicle Technicians that includes:

- Enhanced holidays that increase with service
- Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
- Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- For some roles, additional earning potential through commission or bonus.

Vehicle Technician Role:

- Carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology
- Conducting vehicle service in accordance with manufacturers guidelines and customer requests
- Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer
- Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete
- Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified
- Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard

Requirements
The ideal candidate to be considered for this role will have minimum NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, motor industry experience (brand or non-brand), and a full and valid UK driving licence.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality

VTMDL Consultant: Liam Bolton Reference: 27714
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