Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Staff discounts

EAP (Employment Assistance Programme)

Onsite parking

Pension

Health & wellbeing support

Accredited manufacturer training

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an experienced vehicle technician in Ipswich to join a busy aftersales team. The role offers a varied workshop environment, with opportunities to service, diagnose faults, and perform warranty work in line with manufacturer guidelines.

You will work independently within set timeframes, identify defects, complete accurate job cards, and ensure safety and quality standards are met. Local benefits include training and employee well‑being support.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (essential).
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently and within time constraints.
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential).

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain vehicles following manufacturer procedures and timescales.
• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, fault finding and defect rectification.
• Identify worn components and report findings for customer authorisation.
• Complete warranty repairs and associated documentation accurately.
• Follow workshop processes, codes of practice and Health & Safety standards.
• Work collaboratively with the service team to ensure smooth workflow.

Skills

Strong diagnostic ability

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Time management

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Vehicle Technician Ipswich

Salary: Competitive, plus bonus

Hours: Full-time

Licence Required: Full UK Driving Licence

Benefits: 25 days holiday (rising to 28 after 3 years), accredited training, staff discounts, EAP, onsite parking, pension, wellbeing programme

About the Role

A great opportunity has opened for an experienced vehicle technician to join a busy, well-established aftersales team in Ipswich. This role suits a vehicle technician who enjoys a varied workshop environment, takes pride in high standards, and delivers excellent customer service.

As a vehicle technician, youll carry out servicing, repairs, fault diagnosis and warranty work in line with manufacturer guidelines. Youll be working independently within set timeframes, identifying defects, completing accurate job card write-ups, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Service and maintain vehicles following manufacturer procedures and timescales
• Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, fault finding and defect rectification
• Identify worn components and report findings professionally for customer authorisation
• Complete warranty repairs and associated documentation accurately
• Follow workshop processes, codes of practice and Health & Safety standards
• Work collaboratively with the wider service team to ensure smooth workflow

What Were Looking For

• City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (essential)
• MOT licence (desirable)
• Strong diagnostic and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently and within time constraints
• Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
• A positive, team-focused attitude

Benefits

• Competitive salary + bonus
• 25 days holiday, rising to 28 after 3 years
• Accredited manufacturer training
• Staff discounts
• Employment Assistance Programme
• Onsite parkingCompany pension
• Health & wellbeing support

Consultant: Kalum Green Octane Recruitment

KGVT 31336

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.