Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Command Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle service company is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester in Croydon. Ideal candidates have an NVQ in Motor Vehicle Technology and a passion for learning. Responsibilities include delivering quality repairs, conducting vehicle health checks, and ensuring a safe work environment. Benefits include a company car scheme, generous holiday allowance, and a pension scheme with employer contributions.

Benefits

Company Car Scheme

Exclusive Discounts

Pension Scheme

Generous Holiday Allowance

Retail Discounts Portal

Family-Friendly Policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health & Personal Accident Insurance

Professional Development

Toolbox Insurance

Shared Incentive Plan

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Open to newly qualified candidates with no direct work experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality repairs and first-time fixes.
• Complete video vehicle health checks.
• Communicate effectively with workshop supervision.
• Undertake regular training to expand knowledge.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Carry out MOTs as applicable.

Skills

Experience with a variety of vehicle makes

Ability to learn quickly

Education

NVQ in Motor Vehicle Technology (or equivalent)

Job description

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Vehicle Technician / Service Technician / Auto Mechanic to join our team. Experience with a variety of vehicle makes would be an advantage, but is not essential - if you're keen to learn, we'd still love to hear from you!

Benefits:

• Company Car Scheme - up to two vehicles with insurance, servicing, breakdown cover, and tyre cover
• Exclusive Discounts - on new vehicles, MOTs, servicing, parts, and repairs
• Pension Scheme - employer contributions up to 7%
• Generous Holiday Allowance - starting at 22 days, rising to 26 with service, plus bank holidays
• Retail Discounts Portal - access to over 500 deals and offers
• Family-Friendly Policies - enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Employee Assistance Programme - wellbeing support including counselling and practical advice
• Occupational Health & Personal Accident Insurance - worldwide cover included
• Professional Development - training, e-learning, and technical upskilling
• Toolbox Insurance - provided as part of your role
• Shared Incentive Plan - opportunity to invest in the business
• Health Cash Plan - claim a percentage of everyday health expenses

Minimum Requirements:

• NVQ in Motor Vehicle Technology through IMI or City & Guilds Level 2 (or equivalent)
• Open to newly qualified candidates with no direct work experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality repairs and first-time fixes to ensure customer satisfaction
• Complete video vehicle health checks to identify issues and upsell opportunities
• Communicate effectively with workshop supervision regarding job progress
• Undertake regular training to expand technical knowledge and skills
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• (If applicable) Carry out MOTs in line with DVSA standards