Vehicle Technician - Day Shifts | Barking, UK

Octane Recruitment Limited; Barking; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 8% of salary

Overtime pay at time and a half

Day shifts only

24–26 days annual leave + holidays

Birthday off

Life assurance 2x salary

Health and Dental plans

Pension and share schemes

Training via IMI accreditation

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician in Barking to service, repair and diagnose a varied fleet of cars and vans. The role requires a Level 2 qualification with 3+ years in a similar role, or a Level 3 qualification, with strong diagnostic ability and a right to work in the UK.

You will work 42.5 hours per week on day shifts, with overtime paid at time and a half. A comprehensive benefits package includes lengthy annual leave, life assurance, health/dental plans

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification with at least 3 years' employment as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic, or be fully qualified to Level 3.
• Strong servicing, maintenance and mechanical repair experience.
• Good vehicle diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair a varied fleet of cars and vans.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical vehicle faults.
• Inspect vehicles and identify required repairs.
• Complete mechanical repairs safely and efficiently.
• Ensure vehicles remain safe, roadworthy and legally compliant.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship across all repairs.
• Work closely with the workshop team to maximise fleet availability.

Skills

Servicing experience

Mechanical repair

Diagnostic skills

Teamwork

Safety focus

Education

Level 2 qualification with 3+ years as Vehicle Technician/Mechanic

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician in Barking to service, repair and diagnose a varied fleet of cars and vans. The role requires a Level 2 qualification with 3+ years in a similar role, or a Level 3 qualification, with strong diagnostic ability and a right to work in the UK.

You will work 42.5 hours per week on day shifts, with overtime paid at time and a half. A comprehensive benefits package includes lengthy annual leave, life assurance, health/dental plans