Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Peasmarsh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holiday allowance

Parental pay

Online GP & mental health

Healthcare scheme

Flexible salary access

Discounts

Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Training & development

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is helping a major UK automotive group recruit a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or Level 2 with 3 years of workshop experience, and enjoys servicing, diagnosing, and repairing a wide range of vehicles.

Based in Guildford, the role is 40 hours per week with a Saturday rota, offering a good basic salary, productivity bonus, overtime, and a clear progression path.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (NVQ/City & Guilds), or Level 2 Technician/Mechanic with at least 3 years' workshop experience
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for workshop duties
• Experience carrying out servicing, vehicle health checks, fault diagnosis, and general mechanical/electrical repairs

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, repairs, and visual health checks in line with manufacturer guidelines and customer requests.
• Perform diagnostics across mechanical, braking, electrical, and powertrain systems using modern workshop tools and equipment.
• Complete warranty repairs to manufacturer specifications and ensure accurate job card documentation.
• Conduct road tests to ensure all reported faults are fully resolved prior to vehicle handover.
• Collaborate closely with Service Advisors and workshop management to maintain safe working practices and high workshop efficiency.

Job description

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

Must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.

Location:Guildford

Pay / salary: Up to £37,000 basic per annum plus productivity bonus and overtime, OTE £44,320+

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, standard day shifts plus Saturday rota)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with clear progression
• Generous holiday allowance (increases with service)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• 24/7 online GP and mental health support
• Comprehensive healthcare and wellbeing schemesFlexible salary access via PayNow app
• Retail, travel, and fitness discounts
• Pension scheme and Life Assurance
• Manufacturer-accredited training and development

Company

You would be working for one of the UK and Ireland's leading automotive retail and motor groups. Representing 38 volume and premium vehicle manufacturers across over 150 dealership locations, the business delivers top-tier sales, vehicle health checks, manufacturer servicing, and complex warranty repairs using state-of-the-art diagnostic technology.

Skills and experience

• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (NVQ/City & Guilds), or equivalent; alternatively, Level 2 Technician/Mechanic qualification with at least 3 years' workshop experience
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for workshop duties
• Experience carrying out servicing, vehicle health checks, fault diagnosis, and general mechanical/electrical repairs

Job Responsibilities for the Vehicle Technician role

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, repairs, and visual health checks in line with manufacturer guidelines and customer requests.
• Perform diagnostics across mechanical, braking, electrical, and powertrain systems using modern workshop tools and equipment.
• Complete warranty repairs to manufacturer specifications and ensure accurate job card documentation.
• Conduct road tests to ensure all reported faults are fully resolved prior to vehicle handover.
• Collaborate closely with Service Advisors and workshop management to maintain safe working practices and high workshop efficiency.