Vehicle Technician

Workchain; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programmes

Mentoring support

Career progression

Overtime opportunities

Pension

Job summary

Workchain is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician for a busy Ipswich workshop. You will service, maintain, and repair vans and light commercial vehicles, ensuring high workmanship and customer service standards.

We are looking for qualified technicians or those with equivalent experience, with a strong fault-finding capability and a full UK driving licence. The role includes ongoing training, mentoring, and clear opportunities for career progression in a modern facility with overtime

Qualifications

• Qualified Vehicle Technician or equivalent with relevant experience
• Apprentice trained or equivalent qualifications preferred
• Minimum five years' relevant industry experience
• Full UK Driving Licence

Responsibilities

• Servicing, inspecting and maintaining vans and light commercial vehicles
• Diagnosing faults and performing repairs to manufacturer standards
• Preparing vehicles for MOT testing
• Using diagnostic equipment to interpret technical information
• Documenting work with accurate job cards and records
• Maintaining a safe, clean and professional workshop

Skills

Fault-finding

Diagnostic abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Apprentice trained or equivalent qualifications

Job description

Vehicle Technician Ipswich Salary: From £35,000 + Overtime + Excellent BenefitsAre you an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for your next challenge, or a skilled technician keen to develop your career with a business that genuinely invests in its people?We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-owned commercial vehicle specialist with a strong reputation for specialising in commercial vehicle maintenance and fleet support. Following continued growth and investment, they are looking to strengthen their team at their modern workshop facility in Ipswich.

The Role

Working within a busy and professional workshop environment, you'll be responsible for servicing, maintaining and repairing vans and light commercial vehicles, ensuring the highest standards of workmanship and customer service.

• Carrying out vehicle servicing, inspections and planned maintenance
• Diagnosing and repairing faults across a range of vans and light commercial vehicles
• Preparing vehicles for MOT testing
• Using diagnostic equipment and interpreting technical information
• Completing repairs in line with manufacturer standards and procedures
• Working closely with service and parts teams to ensure efficient workflow
• Accurately completing job cards and associated documentation
• Maintaining a safe, organised and professional workshop environment

What We're Looking For

• Qualified Vehicle Technician, Van Technician, LCV Technician or similar
• Apprentice trained or equivalent qualifications preferred
• Alternatively, a minimum of five years' relevant industry experience
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities
• Excellent attention to detail
• Positive attitude and team-focused approach
• Reliable, professional and eager to develop new skills
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer?

• £35,000 per annum
• Manufacturer and in-house training programmes
• Dedicated coaching and mentoring support
• Access to ongoing technical development
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Overtime opportunities available
• Company pension scheme
• Employee discounts and staff benefits
• Company uniform provided
• Free onsite parking