Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Limited; Sefton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

33 days annual leave

Pension with employer matching

Life Assurance

Training & development

GP & wellbeing support

Discounts

Cycle to Work

Volunteer day

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking a Vehicle Technician to service and repair a mixed fleet of rental cars and vans at customer sites across the Liverpool area. You will operate from a fully equipped support vehicle, acting as a standalone mechanic with access to on-site diagnostics and tools.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or a Level 2 with 3 years’ experience, and you must have a full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or Level 2 with 3 years' experience.
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for workshop duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service and repair a diverse fleet of rental cars and vans at customer sites or roadside locations.
• Work as a standalone mechanic using a company support vehicle.
• Work on diagnostics, electrics, braking systems, clutches and gearboxes.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Level 2 Technician/Mechanic with 3 years' experience

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, or Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with 3 years' experience, for the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists, 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:Liverpool

Pay / salary:Up to £35,000basic per annum, plus bonus, OTE up to £45,000 per annum

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule:Monday to Friday, Saturday mornings on rota

Benefits

• Uncapped performance bonus scheme
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Company pension with up to 7% employer matching contributions
• Life Assurance
• Employee vehicle purchase schemes
• Manufacturer-accredited training and personal development plan
• 24/7 online GP and wellbeing support
• Retail, travel, technology and gym discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Annual paid charity volunteering day

The company

My client, a well-established and highly regarded main dealership, is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their professional and supportive aftersales team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer-approved workshop environment, where quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and continuous development are at the forefront.

Skills and experience

• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or equivalent; alternatively, Level 2 Technician/Mechanic qualification with at least 3 years' experience
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for workshop duties

Job Responsibilities for the Mobile Vehicle Technician role

• Your primary duty is to maintain, service and repair a diverse fleet of rental cars and vans directly at customer sites or roadside locations. You will act as a standalone mechanic, operating out of a fully equipped company support vehicle to keep business clients mobile.
• The fleet consists of around 75% Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) and 25% cars, giving you great variety and the chance to enhance your skills across different vehicle types.
• Working on diagnostics, electrics, braking systems, clutches and gearboxes.