Vehicle technician / MOT Tester

Retail Renault Group UK Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ECOS salary-sacrifice car scheme

Family car scheme

Pension and insurances

Annual leave 33 days (36 with service)

Staff discounts on vehicles and parts

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Job summary

Retail Renault Cardiff is seeking a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our Renault Cardiff workshop on Penarth Road. The role offers a £38,000 per annum base with uncapped overtime and potential to earn £43,700 OTE, plus new insured car each year and two family scheme cars.

You’ll work 40 hours per week in a modern, well-supported environment with the latest equipment and manufacturer training. A Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification and an MOT Tester licence are required.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification.
• MOT Tester licence (Class 4 and 7).
• Full UK manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, repairs, maintenance and MOT testing.
• Complete diagnostic work and fault-finding in line with manufacturer standards.
• Follow workshop processes and manufacturer guidelines.
• Road-test vehicles where required (full manual driving licence needed).

Skills

MOT testing

Diagnostics

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification

MOT Tester Licence (Class 4/7)

Job description

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Cardiff (CF11 8UU)

£38,000 pa OTE £43,700 pa Uncapped & Overtime + New Insured Car Every Year + 2 Family Scheme Cars

40 hours per week

Join Our Workshop Team

Renault Retail Group is looking for a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our Renault Cardiff workshop, located within our dealership on Penarth Road.

You’ll work in a modern, well‑supported environment with the latest equipment, clear processes, and excellent manufacturer training. This role is ideal for a Mechanic who takes pride in quality workmanship, works safely and efficiently, and enjoys being part of a collaborative workshop team.

Technician Benefits

We offer an industry-leading benefits package for Technicians that include:

• Access to a salary‑sacrifice, tax-efficient new car scheme (ECOS) from £48 per month. Cars are replaced annually with high-spec models.
• A family new car scheme is available for close family members from £139 per car per month (1st car after probation, 2nd car after 12 months service). Cars are replaced annually with high-spec models.
• Car insurance is included on both of these car schemes
• 33 days’ annual leave including Bank Holidays (with the option to buy or sell additional days) increasing to 36 days leave based on length of service
• Pension scheme which includes permanent health insurance and death-in-service benefit schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policies
• Structured career path with World-Class Manufacturer training (no one knows Renault better than us as we’re Manufacturer-owned)
• Share Incentive Scheme
• Staff discounts on new and used vehicles, parts, servicing, and accessories
• Cycle‑to‑Work scheme, including e‑bikes
• Discounted gym membership
• Eye‑test voucher scheme
• Mortgage and pension advice seminars
• A well‑supported working environment with modern tools and the latest equipment

What You’ll Do

• Carry out routine servicing, repairs, maintenance and MOT testing
• Complete diagnostic work and fault‑finding in line with manufacturer standards
• Follow workshop processes and manufacturer guidelines
• Road‑test vehicles where required (full manual driving licence needed)

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 Motor Vehicle qualification
• MOT Tester licence (Class 4 and 7) If you don’t have an MOT Tester Licence, we can help you to qualify!
• Calm, professional approach with clear communication
• Ability to work collaboratively within a workshop team
• Full UK manual driving licence (manual and automatic vehicles)

Hours & Pay

40 hours per week. Monday to Friday 8.30am-5pm with 30 mins for lunch. Saturday mornings on a rota