Vehicle Technician

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle rental company in Croydon is seeking a Level 2 qualified technician to maintain and repair vehicles, ensuring safety and compliance. The role offers a competitive salary, overtime opportunities, and a range of benefits including holiday allowances, life assurance, and a pension scheme. Proactive candidates with a commitment to quality are encouraged to apply. This position supports career development in a friendly and inclusive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Enhanced overtime pay

24 days' holiday plus public holidays

Free life assurance

Health and dental benefits

Vehicle-leasing schemes

Pension scheme

Discounts and cashback app

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience as a technician or mechanic.
• Commitment to quality and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles to ensure safety and reliability.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Repair skills

Proactive attitude

Technical excellence

Education

Level 2 qualified technician

Level 3 Technician / Mechanic

Job description

Location: Croydon

Salary: £38,760 - £44,760

Hours: 42.5 hours per week, day shifts only. Overtime available as needed, paid at time and a half

Benefits: A wide range of exclusive colleague-only benefits and discounts

Our client is a leading vehicle rental company with a busy Croydon branch serving a mix of local and national customers. The site is conveniently located near retail parks, a tram stop, and excellent road links to the M25 and Gatwick Airport. The team is friendly, supportive, and inclusive, creating a positive, family-like atmosphere with strong team spirit.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles to ensure they are safe, reliable, and legally compliant.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a Level 2 qualified technician with at least 3 years' experience as a technician or mechanic, or a fully qualified Level 3 Technician / Mechanic.

Training & Development

• Access to IMI-accredited training covering hybrid and electric vehicle repair, tail lift maintenance, braking systems, and vehicle electrics
• Level 2 technicians can complete a training needs analysis to create a personalised development plan and expand their technical skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary with bonus scheme of up to 8% of annual pay
• Regular enhanced overtime paid at time and a half
• 24 days' holiday, increasing to 26 with service, plus public holidays and an extra day off for your birthday. Flexible buy/sell options for up to 5 days per year
• Free life assurance (2x salary)
• Well-being services including Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance
• Exclusive colleague vehicle-leasing schemes
• Pension and save-as-you-earn share scheme
• Access to a benefits app offering discounts and cashback at major retailers
• Financial wellbeing app to manage pay, savings, and access financial coaching

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values technical excellence, career development, and work-life balance. Candidates with strong technical skills, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to quality are encouraged to apply