Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester

Octane Recruitment; Retford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected dealership in Retford is seeking a qualified Vehicle Technician & MOT Tester to manage workshop duties, including servicing, diagnostics, and repairs. This position offers a competitive salary of £40k per annum, with potential earnings up to £43k with an MOT Management Qualification. Candidates must possess an NVQ Level 3, a valid MOT licence, and significant workshop experience. Benefits include a monthly bonus, tax-free car allowance, and no weekend work.

Benefits

£100-£200 monthly bonus

£150 tax-free car allowance

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

In-house training for career progression

Company discounts

Qualifications

• Must have valid MOT licence.
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician required.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests on all booked vehicles.
• Perform full vehicle servicing, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Ensure all service administration meets manufacturer and company standards.
• Adhere to MOT and manufacturer safety protocols.
• Take full responsibility for all aspects of workshop operations.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnostics

Repairs

MOT testing

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Job Title

Vehicle Technician & MOT Tester

Location

Retford

Salary

£40,000 per annum (up to £43,000 with MOT Management Qualification)

Hours

Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30 (no weekends, no bank holidays)

Reference

29342

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician & MOT Tester to join a respected dealership team in Retford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician who can take full ownership of workshop duties, including servicing, diagnostics, repairs, and MOT testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests on all booked vehicles.
• Perform full vehicle servicing, diagnostics, and repairs.
• Ensure all service administration meets manufacturer and company standards.
• Adhere to MOT and manufacturer safety protocols.
• Take full responsibility for all aspects of workshop operations—this role requires a versatile Vehicle Technician who can do it all.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Valid MOT licence.
• Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician, capable of handling all workshop tasks.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• £100-£200 monthly bonus.
• £150 tax-free car allowance per month (~£2,000/year).
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• No weekend or bank holiday working.
• Christmas shutdown.
• In-house training for career progression.
• Company discounts.
• Competitive salary: £40k standard, £43k with MOT Management Qualification.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified Vehicle Technician with MOT testing experience and can handle all workshop responsibilities, send your CV to Octane Recruitment. All applications are treated with strict confidence.

Consultant Contact

Kalum Green - Octane Recruitment