Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus schemes

22 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Tool insurance coverage

Staff discounts on vehicles

EV and hybrid tech training

Retail savings portal

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking a Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician (or Level 2 with 3+ years’ experience) to join one of the UK’s leading automotive groups in Bristol. The role offers a strong base salary with bonus and overtime, plus career development in EV/hybrid tech and a robust benefits package.

The position is permanent, full-time with 45 hours per week, on-site in Bristol. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Hands-on workshop experience as a mechanic/technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing to manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair faults across braking, steering, suspension and basic engine systems.
• Complete eVHCs and record findings on digital job cards.
• Record parts requirements clearly and complete standard warranty repairs.

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification)

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role for a Level 3 qualified Technician, or a Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with at least 3 years’ experience, working with one of the UK’s leading automotive groups on a wide range of vehicles. Excellent salary, benefits, overtime, and bonus opportunities available.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location:Bristol

Salary:£40,000 basic per annum plus bonus and overtime, OTE £50,000 per annum

Job type:Permanent / full-time role

Working hours:45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

Job Reference:29988

Vehicle Technician Benefits

• Strong basic salary with highly rewarding individual efficiency and team performance bonuses.
• 22 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance protection worth twice your salary.
• Peace of mind with full, comprehensive workshop tool insurance coverage.
• Generous discounts on personal car purchases and leasing plans, with substantial employee savings on vehicle servicing, parts, and repairs.
• Dedicated training in EV and hybrid technology, diagnostics, and high-voltage systems.
• Digital portal access offering exclusive savings at major high-street retailers.

Vehicle Technician Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification).
• Hands‑on workshop experience as a mechanic or technician, ideally within a franchised dealership environment.

Vehicle Technician Job role

• Carry out comprehensive vehicle servicing, including oil changes, filter replacements, and component updates, in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical faults across braking, steering, suspension, and basic engine systems.
• Complete thorough Electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs) to identify and record any work required.
• Record accurate technical findings and parts requirements clearly on digital job cards.
• Complete standard warranty repairs in line with factory protocols and agreed timeframes.
• Maintain high levels of workshop productivity to meet individual efficiency and first‑time fix targets.