Vehicle Technician

Perfect Placement; Southbourne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic salary up to £36,000

OTE approximately £38,000 via bonuses

40-hour week with some Saturdays on a

Staff discounts on services and MOTs

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing programmes

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity pay

Future career progression within a big

Job summary

Perfect Placement client in Hampshire is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a reputable automotive dealership. The role offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and clear progression within a professional environment.

The successful candidate will perform repairs, servicing, and MOT-related work to manufacturer standards, using diagnostic tools and maintaining accurate records. A full UK driving licence and strong customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent automotive qualification.
• Proven experience as a Service Technician or in a similar role.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent team working and customer service skills.
• Willingness to learn and stay updated with developments.
• Diagnostic equipment experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle repairs and servicing to manufacturer standards.
• Use diagnostic equipment to locate and resolve faults efficiently.
• Carry out MOT repairs and assessments as a Vehicle Technician.
• Fit tyres, brakes, exhausts, batteries, suspension, and other mechanical components.
• Assist with fast-fit services, including wheel alignments and tyre fitting.
• Maintain accurate repair records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Provide customers with advice on vehicle maintenance and future repairs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Team working

Customer service skills

Willingness to learn

Full UK driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent automotive qualification

Tools

Diagnostic equipment experience

Job description

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a reputable automotive dealership in Emsworth, Hampshire, for the position of Vehicle Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for skilled and experienced motor trade candidates seeking to further their career within a professional and supportive environment. The Vehicle Technician role offers competitive remuneration, ongoing training, and clear pathways for progression.

Benefits

• Basic salary up to £36,000, dependent on experience
• OTE approximately £38,000 via performance bonuses
• 40-hour week, including some Saturdays on rotation
• Supportive management team committed to your career development
• Continuous training on the latest diagnostic and repair techniques
• Long service recognition
• Staff discounts on vehicle services, tyres, and MOTs
• Pension scheme, health and wellbeing programmes, and cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay and holiday entitlement
• Future career progression within a large group

Duties of a Vehicle Technician

• Perform vehicle repairs and servicing to manufacturer standards
• Use diagnostic equipment to locate and resolve faults efficiently
• Carry out MOT repairs and assessments as aVehicle Technician
• Fit tyres, brakes, exhausts, batteries, suspension, and other mechanical components
• Assist with fast-fit services, including wheel alignments and tyre fitting
• Maintain accurate repair records and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
• Provide customers with advice on vehicle maintenance and future repairs

Requirements of a Vehicle Technician

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent automotive qualification
• Proven experience as a Service Technician or in a similar role
• Full UK driving licence
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work under pressure
• Excellent team working and customer service skills
• Willingness to learn and stay updated with technological advancements
• Diagnostic equipment experience is highly desirable