Vehicle Technician

Renault Retail Group (UK) Ltd.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Manchester is seeking a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester. In this role, you will perform vehicle maintenance and repairs while ensuring compliance with DVSA standards. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance and a full UK driving licence. The position offers a salary up to £39,500 per annum with generous benefits including holidays, pension, and employee discounts.

Benefits

25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays

Pension with life assurance

Employee discounts on products and services

Cycle-to-work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Ongoing manufacturer training

Career progression

Qualifications

• Must have full UK driving licence.
• Ideally have main dealer workshop experience.
• DVSA MOT Testing certification preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs of cars and vans.
• Support MOT testing and meet DVSA standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a trust-based environment.

Skills

MOT Testing

Vehicle Maintenance

Solution-driven Mindset

Team Collaboration

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds or NVQ in Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Own Tools

Job description

Overview

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester – Bolton, BL3

Salary: £30,600 – £35,500 per annum + overtime + bonus (OTE up to £39,500 per annum)

Hours: Mon – Fri shifts between 8:00am and 6:00pm; 1-in-4 Saturday mornings on rota (8:30am – 12:30pm)

We’re looking for a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our trusted team and help us deliver the highest standards of care and service to our customers.

What You’ll Do

• Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs of cars and vans with a solution-driven mindset – ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and first-time fixes.
• Support MOT testing (if certified) and work with integrity to meet DVSA standards.
• Embrace forward-thinking approaches, making use of manufacturer training and new technologies to stay ahead.
• Collaborate with colleagues in an environment built on trust, respect, and inclusiveness.

What You’ll Need

• Your own tools.
• Level 3 City & Guilds or NVQ in Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ideally, main dealer workshop experience.
• DVSA MOT Testing certification (preferred, but not essential).

Hours & Salary

Weekdays:

• 3 days – 8:30am to 5:00pm (½ hr lunch)
• 1 day – 8:00am to 4:30pm (½ hr lunch)
• 1 day – 9:30am to 6:00pm (½ hr lunch)

Saturdays: 1-in-4 rota, 8:30am to 12:30pm

Basic salary £30,600 – £35,500 depending on experience + overtime + uncapped monthly bonuses (average £4,000–£6,000 per annum).

OTE: Up to £39,500 per annum.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a team that values heritage while building future competitiveness.
• Work in a culture of integrity, where everyone takes ownership of their actions.
• Access continuous development through training and forward-thinking innovation.
• Thrive in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and empowerment.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

• 25 days holiday + 8 Bank Holidays.
• Pension with life assurance.
• Employee discounts on products and services.
• Cycle-to-work scheme & discounted gym membership.
• Ongoing manufacturer training & career progression.
• Branded workwear and PPE provided.

Ready to Make Your Next Move?

If you’re passionate about vehicles, motivated to deliver solutions, and ready to grow in a company that values solution-driven thinking, heritage, integrity, forward-thinking, and trust, then we’d love to hear from you.

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