Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

AutoPath Recruitment Ltd; Sidcup; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends

£35k-£40k base salary

OTE £1k/month

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Manufacturer training & development

Modern workshop

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Sidcup Main Dealership is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician with a valid MOT Licence to join a professional, state-of-the-art workshop. You will service, maintain and repair vehicles to manufacturer standards and support MOT testing and PDI.

The role offers a basic salary of £35,000 - £40,000, realistic OTE £1,000 per month, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and manufacturer-backed training. You'll work Monday to Friday with no weekends, in a modern workshop that supports career

Qualifications

• Diagnostic and fault-finding skills required.
• Full UK Driving Licence essential.
• MOT Tester qualification essential.
• Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair vehicles to manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Assist with MOT testing.
• Carry out PDI and vehicle preparation work.
• Complete Electronic Vehicle Health Checks.
• Identify and report additional work required.
• Ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Support the workshop team.

Skills

Diagnostic and fault-finding skills

Strong communication

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

MOT Tester qualification

Job description

We have partnered with a well-established Main Dealership in Sidcup who are looking to strengthen their team with an experienced Vehicle Technician who holds a valid MOT Licence.

We are looking for a skilled, motivated and reliable technician who takes pride in their work and is looking to join a professional, state-of-the-art workshop environment, with excellent training and genuine opportunities for career progression.

The role will primarily involve carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs, while also supporting the wider workshop with MOT testing, PDI and vehicle preparation work.

What's on Offer?

• Monday to Friday - NO WEEKENDS
• Basic salary of £35,000 - £40,000
• Realistic OTE £1,000 per month
• 25 days' holiday + bank holidays
• Excellent manufacturer training and development
• Modern, well-equipped workshop
• Manufacturer-backed technical training
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Long-term career opportunities within an established automotive group

Vehicle Technician Key Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair vehicles to manufacturer standards
• Diagnose faults using the latest diagnostic equipment
• Assist with MOT testing
• Carry out PDI and vehicle preparation work
• Complete Electronic Vehicle Health Checks
• Identify and report additional work required
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard
• Support the workshop team

What We're Looking For

• Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent (ESSENTIAL)
• MOT Tester qualification (ESSENTIAL)
• Diagnostic and fault-finding skills
• Full UK Driving Licence (ESSENTIAL)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, professional and hardworking approach