Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Limited; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Overtime pay

22 days annual leave + holidays

Pension and life assurance

Tool insurance coverage

Vehicle purchase/servicing discounts

Training in EV & HV technology

Staff discounts via digital portal

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Vehicle Technician for a major UK automotive group. The role targets a Level 3 qualified Technician or a Level 2 Technician with at least 3 years' experience, to service a wide range of vehicles in a busy workshop.

Based in Bristol, the position offers a strong basic salary (£40,000) plus bonus and overtime with an OTE around £50,000 per year, in a permanent, full-time role with weekend rota.

Qualifications

• Hands-on workshop experience as a mechanic or technician, ideally within a franchised dealership environment.
• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification).

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and component updates, in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering, suspension, and basic engine systems.
• Complete thorough Electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs) to identify and record any work required.
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements clearly on digital job cards.
• Complete standard warranty repairs in line with factory protocols and agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity to meet individual efficiency and first-time fix targets.

Skills

Hands-on workshop experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

IMI / City & Guilds equivalent

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role for a Level 3 qualified Technician, or a Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with at least 3 years' experience, working with one of the UK's leading automotive groups on a wide range of vehicles. Excellent salary, benefits, overtime, and bonus opportunities available.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location: Bristol

Salary: £40,000 basic per annum plus bonus and overtime, OTE £50,000 per annum

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Working hours: 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

Job Reference: 29988

Vehicle Technician Benefits:

• Strong basic salary with highly rewarding individual efficiency and team performance bonuses.
• 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance protection worth twice your salary.
• Peace of mind with full, comprehensive workshop tool insurance coverage.
• Generous discounts on personal car purchases and leasing plans, with substantial employee savings on vehicle servicing, parts, and repairs.
• Dedicated training in EV and hybrid technology, diagnostics, and high-voltage systems.
• Digital portal access offering exclusive savings at major high-street retailers.

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification).
• Hands-on workshop experience as a mechanic or technician, ideally within a franchised dealership environment.

Vehicle Technician Job role:

• Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and component updates, in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering, suspension, and basic engine systems.
• Complete thorough Electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs) to identify and record any work required.
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements clearly on digital job cards.
• Complete standard warranty repairs in line with factory protocols and agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity to meet individual efficiency and first-time fix targets.