Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Rushmere St Andrew; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive recruitment agency in Ipswich is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a forward-thinking team. This role offers excellent earning potential up to £42,000 OTE with Monday to Friday hours, promoting a work-life balance. Duties include diagnosing faults, servicing, and using diagnostic equipment, with a requirement for NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.

Benefits

Basic salary up to £36,000

Realistic OTE exceeding £42,000

Manufacturer-backed training and development

32 days annual leave

Private pension scheme

Healthcare cash plan

Employee discounts

Long-term career growth support

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Prior experience in a main dealer or busy service centre.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Perform servicing, maintenance and inspections on a variety of vehicles.
• Use diagnostic equipment and software to identify and resolve issues.
• Complete accurate vehicle health checks and documentation.
• Work efficiently and collaboratively within a workshop environment.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault diagnosis

Collaboration

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Vehicle Technician

Location: Ipswich

Salary: Up to £36,000 Basic | £42,000+ OTE

Hours: Monday to Friday only - 08:00 to 17:30

Reference: 28562

An exciting opportunity has become available for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a professional, forward-thinking team in Ipswich. This is a role that not only offers excellent earning potential but also promotes a true work-life balance, with no weekend working.

Benefits

• Basic salary up to £36,000
• Realistic OTE exceeding £42,000
• Monday to Friday only - 08:00 to 17:30
• Optional Saturday overtime paid at 1.5x
• Clear progression pathway into Diagnostic or Master Technician roles
• Manufacturer-backed training and development
• 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with length of service
• Private pension scheme
• Healthcare cash plan - includes same-day GP access, dental, optical and wellbeing support
• Employee discounts on vehicle servicing, repairs and more
• Retail, dining and gym membership savings via a dedicated employee platform
• Internal promotion opportunities and long-term career growth support

Main Responsibilities

• Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to manufacturer standards
• Perform servicing, maintenance and inspections on a variety of vehicles
• Use diagnostic equipment and software to identify and resolve issues
• Complete accurate vehicle health checks and documentation
• Work efficiently and collaboratively within a workshop environment

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
• Prior experience in a main dealer or busy service centre
• A full UK driving licence

Consultant: Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment