Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Worth Twice Your Annual

Comprehensive Workshop Tool Insurance

Employee Discounts on Vehicle Purchaes

Discounts on Vehicle Servicing, Parts

EV/Hybrid training and development

Ongoing Diagnostic and Technical Dev

Exclusive High-Street Retail Discounts

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician for a permanent role in Farnborough. You will service, repair and diagnose vehicles to manufacturer standards, with a focus on efficiency and first-time fixes.

The role offers £38,000 base salary with potential to reach an OTE of £60,000, plus overtime opportunities and comprehensive company benefits. Training includes specialist EV, hybrid and high-voltage systems, within a leading automotive group.

Qualifications

• Experience as Vehicle Technician or similar role.
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent required.
• Level 2 with 3+ years accepted.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostics skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing, routine maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Complete oil changes, filter replacements and general vehicle maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering and suspension systems.
• Identify and repair faults within engine and associated mechanical systems.
• Complete electronic vehicle health checks (eVHCs).
• Use modern workshop diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify faults.
• Carry out servicing and repairs in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Complete warranty repairs to manufacturer specifications.
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements on digital job cards.
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity and efficiency.
• Work towards individual efficiency and first-time fix targets.
• Ensure all repairs meet required quality and safety standards.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnostics

Mechanical repairs

Fault finding

Engine systems

Braking systems

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Level 2 qualification + 3+ years experience

Job description

Vehicle Technician - Permanent/Full Time
Location: Farnborough
Salary: £38,000 Basic Salary + Bonus and Overtime | OTE £60,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm, 1 in 4 Saturday Mornings on a Rota
Job Reference:31351

Why Apply

• £38,000 Basic Salary with OTE of £60,000
• Individual Efficiency and Team Performance Bonuses
• Additional Overtime Opportunities
• Monday to Friday Working with Only 1 in 4 Saturday Mornings
• 25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays, Increasing with Service
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance Worth Twice Your Annual Salary
• Comprehensive Workshop Tool Insurance
• Employee Discounts on Vehicle Purchases and Leasing
• Discounts on Vehicle Servicing, Parts and Repairs
• Specialist EV, Hybrid and High-Voltage Training
• Ongoing Diagnostic and Technical Development
• Exclusive High-Street Retail Discounts
• Opportunity to Work Within One of the UK's Leading Automotive Groups

Vehicle Technician Role

• Carry out vehicle servicing, routine maintenance and mechanical repairs
• Complete oil changes, filter replacements and general vehicle maintenance
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering and suspension systems
• Identify and repair faults within engine and associated mechanical systems
• Complete electronic vehicle health checks (eVHCs)
• Use modern workshop diagnostic equipment to identify and rectify faults
• Carry out servicing and repairs in line with manufacturer guidelines
• Complete warranty repairs to manufacturer specifications
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements on digital job cards
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity and efficiency
• Work towards individual efficiency and first-time fix targets
• Ensure all repairs meet required quality and safety standards

Vehicle Technician Requirements

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic
• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent
• Level 2 qualified Technicians with at least 3 years of relevant workshop experience will also be considered
• Experience carrying out vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs
• Strong mechanical fault-finding and diagnostic skills
• Experience working on braking, steering, suspension and engine systems
• Confident completing electronic vehicle health checks
• Previous franchised dealership experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Must have the right to work in the UK