Vehicle Technician

E3 Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment firm in Gloucester is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician. The successful candidate will perform repairs and maintenance on Mercedes-Benz vehicles while maintaining accurate records. Applicants should have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Vehicle Maintenance, along with experience in diagnostics and service repairs. Competitive salary with OTE up to £48,000 and generous benefits included.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional day off for birthday

Pension and life insurance

Toolbox insurance

Wellness and mental health support

Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a vehicle technician.
• Proven experience in diagnostics and service repairs.
• Ability to identify worn and faulty components to DVSA standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs on Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate service records using Keyloop/Kerridge.

Skills

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Time management

Motivation

Resilience

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / IMI qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Vehicle Technician

Location: Gloucester
Salary: £37,440 basic (DOE) | OTE up to £48,000
Hours: 40 hours/week (Monday-Friday)
Shifts: 06:00-14:30 or 13:30-22:00

Vehicle Technician - Key Responsibilities

• Perform major and minor repairs on Mercedes-Benz vehicles
• Conduct routine inspections and preventive maintenance
• Diagnose faults using appropriate tools and systems
• Maintain accurate service records using Keyloop/Kerridge
• Perform tyre fitting and wheel alignment
• Keep the workshop clean and organized
• Complete customer documentation and warranty claims accurately

Vehicle Technician - Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / IMI qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Previous experience working as a vehicle technican
• Proven experience in diagnostics and service repairs
• Ability to identify worn and faulty components to DVSA standards
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong attention to detail, time management, motivation, and resilience

Vehicle Technician - Benefits

• Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate; Saturdays paid at overtime rate
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Additional day off for birthday
• Pension and life insurance (4x salary)
• Branded uniform and boot allowance
• Toolbox insurance
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Wellness and mental health support, including 24/7 GP access
• Reward and recognition programmes
• Annual appraisals, career development, and manufacturer training

If you are interested in the Vehicle Technician role, please apply now or contact Grace at E3 Recruitment