Vehicle Technician

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 33,048 - 40,392; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus / overtime

Mon–Fri working (work-life balance)

Ongoing training and development

Career progression within a large firm

Modern workshop facilities

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking skilled Vehicle Technicians to join a leading vehicle hire and fleet management business in Exeter. The role focuses on maintenance, servicing and repair of light commercial vehicles to ensure fleet reliability and safety.

Ideal candidates will have Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, strong diagnostic skills, and a full UK driving licence. Excellent career progression within a large national business is on offer.

Qualifications

• Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (preferred).
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician / LCV Technician.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Experience working on vans or commercial vehicles (highly desirable).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a range of vans and light commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.
• Complete MOT preparation and general inspections.
• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Accurately complete job cards, service records, and compliance paperwork.
• Work efficiently to meet productivity and workshop targets.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance & repair

Diagnostics

Van/LCV experience

UK driving licence

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Job Title: Vehicle Technician (Vans)

Location: Exeter

Salary: £36,720 Basic Salary

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (with optional overtime)

About the Role

Our client is one of the UK's leading vehicle hire and fleet management businesses, and they are currently looking for skilled Vehicle Technicians to join their growing team across multiple sites nationwide.

This role will focus primarily on the maintenance, servicing, and repair of light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and vans, ensuring fleet reliability and safety for a wide customer base.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified technician looking for job stability, structured working hours, and long-term career progression within a well-established organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs on a range of vans and light commercial vehicles


• Diagnose faults using the latest diagnostic equipment


• Complete MOT preparation and general inspections


• Ensure all work is completed to a high standard in line with manufacturer guidelines


• Accurately complete job cards, service records, and compliance paperwork


• Work efficiently to meet productivity and workshop targets


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment

Requirements

• Level 3 NVQ / City & Guilds in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (preferred)


• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic / LCV Technician


• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills


• Experience working on vans or commercial vehicles (highly desirable)


• Full UK Driving Licence


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + bonus / overtime opportunities


• Monday to Friday working (work-life balance)


• Ongoing training and development


• Opportunities for career progression within a large national business


• Modern workshop facilities and up-to-date equipment