Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus scheme

33 days annual leave

Company pension with up to 7% employer

Life Assurance

Employee vehicle purchase schemes

Manufacturer-accredited training

GP and wellbeing support

Discounts: retail, travel, technology,

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a leading vehicle rental specialist. The role involves maintaining, servicing and repairing a range of rental vehicles at customer sites or roadside locations, acting as a standalone mechanic from a company support vehicle.

The position requires a Level 3 qualification or Level 2 with 3 years’ experience, plus a toolbox for workshop duties. Excellent pay, overtime and bonus opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 qualification or Level 2 with 3 years' experience.
• Own a well-stocked toolbox suitable for workshop duties.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, service and repair rental vehicles at customer sites or roadside locations.
• Operate from a company support vehicle to keep clients mobile.
• Work on diagnostics, electrics, braking, clutches and gearboxes.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Level 2 with 3 years experience

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Well-stocked toolbox

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.

Pay / salary: Up to £32,000 basic, plus bonus and over time, OTE Up to £45,000

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule: Monday to Friday, Saturdays on rota

• Uncapped performance bonus scheme
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• 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

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.