Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; London Borough of Enfield; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Discounts

Healthcare access

Training & development

Share purchase plan

Referral rewards

Flexible working

MOT testing with servicing

Customer service excellence

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for an experienced MOT Technician in New Southgate. You must hold a current MOT Testing Licence and a full UK driving licence, with proven hands-on servicing and repair experience. The role involves MOT testing alongside routine servicing, diagnostics and mechanical repairs in a busy dealership workshop.

Salary is £35,000 basic plus bonus, with an OTE up to £60,000 uncapped. Hours are Monday to Friday 8-6, Saturdays on a rota.

Qualifications

• Current MOT Testing Licence is essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence is essential.
• Right to work in the UK must be held.
• Strong hands-on servicing and mechanical repair experience required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests alongside servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.
• Inspect vehicles and identify worn or damaged components.
• Diagnose mechanical faults accurately and efficiently and complete repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Work closely with Service Advisors and Workshop Controllers to maintain workflow.

Skills

MOT Testing Licence

Full UK Driving Licence

Right to work in the UK

Hands-on servicing

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced MOT Technician, MOT Tester, Vehicle Technician or Automotive Technician to join a busy dealership workshop in New Southgate. Applicants must hold a current MOT Testing Licence, have strong hands-on servicing and mechanical repair experience, hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK. This is not an MOT testing-only position.

Location: New Southgate

Salary: £35,000 basic + bonus

OTE: Up to £60,000 – uncapped

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 - 6, Saturdays on a rota

Reference: 31607

Vehicle Technician Company Benefits

• 33 days' annual leave including bank holidays
• Company pension
• Life assurance with option to increase cover
• New and used vehicle and servicing discounts
• 24/7 access to healthcare professionals
• Training and development
• Company share purchase plan
• Employee referral rewardsFamily-friendly policies
• Flexible working options available on request
• Carry out MOT tests alongside servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs
• Inspect vehicles and identify worn or damaged components
• Diagnose mechanical faults accurately and efficiently
• Complete repairs to manufacturer standards and guidelines
• Provide technical advice to customers where required
• Work closely with Service Advisors and Workshop Controllers to maintain workflow
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and customer service
• Strong hands-on Vehicle Technician or Mechanic experience
• Willing and able to complete mechanical work alongside MOT testing
• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent – preferred
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high technical standards
• Full and valid UK Driving Licence – essential
• Right to work in the UK

This position is particularly suited to an MOT Tester who wants a varied workshop role combining MOT testing with hands-on servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and mechanical repairs.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.