Vehicle Technician - NO WEEKENDS

Vertu Motors; Orpington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus £4k

Flexible working

Manufacturer training

Leadership development

Enhanced parental leave

Share incentive

Tool insurance

Pension scheme

Rewards platform

Discounted service rates

Colleague vehicle purchase

National progression

Job summary

Vertu Ford Orpington is seeking a Service & Diagnostic Technician to join our team. This 40-hour role carries a basic salary of £31,000–£40,600 with no weekend work, plus a £4,000 sign-on bonus (£2,000 on join, £2,000 in month 13).

You will diagnose, service and repair vehicles, delivering a trusted customer experience in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
• MOT Licence.
• Current experience as a Vehicle Technician.
• Your own tools; a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair vehicles to high standards, prioritising first-time fixes.
• Provide a trustworthy, high‑quality customer experience and work collaboratively.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

MOT Licence

Vehicle Technician experience

Your own tools

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds

Tools

Your own tools

Job description

Vertu Ford Orpington

Vertu Motors is continuing to grow, and as a financially strong and stable organisation, we’re proud to invest in our people and our future. We’re now looking for a Service & Diagnostic Technician to join our supportive team at Vertu Ford Orpington.

This role offers a basic salary between £31,000 and £40,600, depending on your skills and experience. This is based on a 40‑hour working weekand no weekend working.

We’re also offering a£4000 sign-on bonus.You’ll receive £2000 when you join us and an additional £2000 in month 13 of your employment.

What this role is about

As a Vehicle Technician, you play an essential part in ensuring every customer receives a trustworthy, positive, and high‑quality experience. We value accurate diagnosis, first‑time fixes, and workmanship you can be proud of.

We welcome individuals who take pride in their work, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a collaborative environment.

What you’ll need

• Automotive City & Guilds / NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
• MOT Licence
• Current experience as a Vehicle TechnicianYour own tools
• A full UK driving licence

Why join Vertu Motors?

We’re committed to developing every colleague and providing clear opportunities to progress. You’ll benefit from:

• 33 days’ annual leave, rising to 37 with service – supporting regular rest and recharge
• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance life and work
• Full manufacturer training, including specialist EV and electrical development
• Access to our Evolution Management Development Programme for future leaders
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, supporting you during important life moments
• Share incentive scheme, allowing you to invest in the company’s continued success
• Tool Insurance Programme to protect your equipment
• Pension scheme for long‑term financial confidence
• Online rewards platform with cashback and discounts
• Preferential service rates for your own vehicle
• Colleague vehicle purchase scheme with exclusive discounts
• Clear internal progression across 190+ locations in England and Scotland

Next steps

If you’re successful, we’ll carry out employment checks including verification of employment history, address and credit checks, and may also complete a criminal record and driving licence check.