Vehicle Technician

Flame Recruitment; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their team in Sittingbourne. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and proven mechanical knowledge, along with the ability to conduct inspections and perform repairs on vehicles. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate work records and ensuring vehicles are safe and operational. This position offers a salary of £42k plus company benefits, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 7.00 AM to 4.30 PM.

Benefits

Company benefits

Qualifications

• Proven mechanical knowledge with a strong understanding of vehicle systems.
• Ability to diagnose faults accurately and efficiently.
• Valid full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicles to identify faults or issues.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks including engine diagnostics and brake replacements.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and parts used.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Use of hand tools

Fault diagnosis

Education

Level 3 in City & Guilds or IMI

Tools

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Job description

Role

Vehicle Technician

Location

Sittingbourne

Salary

42k + company benefits

Hours

Monday to Friday, 7.00 – 4.30

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough inspections of vehicles to identify faults or issues.
• Perform repairs and maintenance tasks including engine diagnostics, brake replacements, tyre fitting, and electrical system repairs.
• Use hand tools and power tools effectively to carry out various repair procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and parts used.
• Test vehicles post-repair to ensure all issues have been resolved and the vehicle is operating safely.
• Assist with ordering parts and managing workshop stock levels as required.

Requirements

• Level 3 in City & Guilds or IMI.
• Proven mechanical knowledge with a strong understanding of vehicle systems.
• Experience in using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers.
• Ability to diagnose faults accurately and efficiently.
• Valid full UK driving licence.
• Own tools.
• The right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available).

How to Apply

Please get in touch with the team at Flame Recruitment to apply or to find out more regarding our Service Technician / Diagnostic Technician / Master Technician / Vehicle Technician / Automotive Technician / Motor Mechanic / Car Mechanic / Car Technician position.

You can also visit our website to see our available live Service Technician roles all over the UK.

At Flame Recruitment, we specialise in automotive industry roles, supporting career growth across the motor trade. We have thousands of vacancies throughout the UK — from admin to senior management.