Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

AWD online; Ambergate; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave + 5 days after 5

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing package: physiotherapy, Coun

Ongoing training & CPD opportunities

Personal toolkit, PPE and workwear

Job summary

AWD online is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester for a full-time, permanent role in Ambergate (Derbyshire). You will maintain a varied fleet, perform MOT tests, and support diagnostics using modern workshop equipment.

The role requires a vocational qualification, a Category B licence and MOT testing capability or eligibility for training, with a strong emphasis on quality, safety and customer service. Competitive salary with a market supplement.

Qualifications

• Previous motor vehicle industry experience in maintenance and repair.
• Experience with MOT testing and knowledge of relevant regulations.
• Ability to diagnose and solve vehicle faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Willingness to undergo MOT training within 6 months if not currently qualified.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain and repair a varied fleet to manufacturer and DVSA standards.
• Carry out MOT testing of Class IV, V and VII vehicles where authorised.
• Diagnose and repair faults including CAN bus, electrical and hydraulics.
• Inspect, repair and test air conditioning, heating systems and EV components where qualified.
• Produce accurate reports, maintenance records and fleet entries.
• Organise workload and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Motor vehicle industry experience

Diagnostic and problem-solving

Workload prioritisation

IT literacy

Category B driving licence

Right to work in the UK

DVSA MOT Tester eligibility

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 / NVQ Level 2

Level 3 in electric vehicle maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

DVSA testing tools

Job description

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Join a modern workshop maintaining a varied fleet where quality comes first. This hands‑on opportunity suits an experienced vehicle maintenance professional with a relevant vocational qualification, Category B licence and MOT testing capability or eligibility for training.

This role is officially recognised as a Light Vehicle Motor Mechanic and MOT Tester

If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Light Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Motor Mechanic, Car Mechanic, Fleet Technician, Workshop Technician, Automotive Mechanic

Please note: Holding certification for MOT testing in Class 4, and 7 is essential and an expectation for this role. However, consideration will be given to suitability qualified and experienced candidates who are eligible to undergo MOT training to become a tester.

SALARY

£30,700 - £32,737 per annum + £5,000 market supplement (payable in 12 monthly increments) + Benefits

LOCATION

Ambergate, Belper, Derbyshire

JOB TYPE

Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS

37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 9.00am – 5.00pm and Friday 9.00am – 4.30pm

JOB OVERVIEW

Build on your technical expertise in a supportive workshop with modern diagnostic equipment and a strong focus on quality.

The Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester maintains and repairs cars, minibuses, light vehicles, trailers and engineering plant to manufacturer and DVSA standards.

As the Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester you will support diagnostics, inspections and specialist systems.

Working with colleagues, customers, suppliers and enforcement agencies, the Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester manages workload, records work accurately and contributes to safe, effective fleet services. Occasional roadside or customer‑depot attendance may be required.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester include:

• Vehicle Maintenance and Repair: Inspect, maintain and repair a varied fleet and associated fitted equipment to manufacturer and DVSA specifications

• MOT Testing: Carry out MOT testing of Class IV, V and VII motor vehicles where authorised

• Diagnostics and Fault Finding: Diagnose and repair CAN bus, electrical, hydraulic and other vehicle faults using diagnostic equipment

• Specialist Systems: Inspect, repair and test air conditioning, Webasto and Eberspacher heating systems, zero and low-emission electric vehicles, and passenger and goods lifts where qualified

• Fabrication and Welding: Complete fabrication and welding repairs as required

• Reports and Records: Produce condition and disposal reports and accurately complete worksheets, maintenance records and Fleet Management System entries

• Workload and Compliance: Organise workload, meet agreed timescales and follow health and safety, equality, safeguarding, data protection and risk management requirements

• Development and Training: Complete statutory and product training and maintain professional development

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

ESSENTIAL

• Previous motor vehicle industry experience and knowledge of vehicle and plant maintenance and repair processes, procedures and specialist equipment

• Experience of alternatively fuelled vehicles and vehicle conversion and commissioning

• Strong diagnostic, analytical and problem-solving skills, including use and interpretation of vehicle diagnostic equipment

• Ability to manage and prioritise workload, follow procedures and maintain accurate records

• Knowledge of MOT preparation requirements, Road Traffic Act, Construction and Use Regulations and operator licence requirements

• Confident IT, communication and interpersonal skills, with workplace health and safety knowledge

• City & Guilds Level 2, NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent), or relevant vocational qualification in engineering or light vehicle maintenance and repair

• DVSA Nominated MOT Tester Classes 4, 5 and 7, or eligibility and willingness to undergo the required training within the first 6 months of starting

• Level 3 qualification in electric vehicle maintenance, or willingness to undergo the required training within the first 6 months of starting

• Category B driving licence

• Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship

• Ability to pass police NPPV2 security vetting and regular health screening

DESIRABLE

• Understanding of BS EN ISO 9001 Quality Award Scheme and BS EN ISO 14001

• Environmental Management System principles

• HGV maintenance and repair qualification or experience

• D1 driving licence

• C driving licence

• Qualification in inspection of lifting equipment to LOLER regulations

BENEFITS

• 25 days’ annual leave, plus another 5 days with 5 years’ continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Occupational sick pay scheme – up to 6 months’ full pay and 6 months’ half pay after 5 years’ service
• Ongoing training and continuing professional development opportunities
• Regular annual pay increments
• Wellbeing package including physiotherapy, counselling and occupational health
• Discount on leisure centre memberships
• Personal toolkit, PPE and workwear

Due to the nature of the work undertaken, the successful candidate will be required to undertake and pass a police security NPPV2 vetting check.

JOB REF: AWDO-P15208