Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician | Vehicle Technician | Mechanic
Maintenance Technician required for a busy workshop servicing and maintaining a varied fleet of rental vehicles. £1,500 joining bonus, Monday to Friday working, structured training and genuine career progression. Must have the right to work in the UK.

Location: Southampton (Romsey)
Pay: £15.69 - £16.00 per hour (circa £35,000+ per year depending on experience)
Joining Bonus: £1,500 (£750 paid in your first month's salary and £750 after successful completion of your 90-day probation)
Job Type: Permanent | Full Time

Working Hours Workshop based role working 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Flexible working hours between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with most technicians working 8:00am - 5:00pm. No weekend work required. Saturday overtime is entirely optional and paid at enhanced rates.

Benefits for the Maintenance Technician

• £1,500 joining bonus
• Competitive hourly rate with regular salary reviews
• Optional overtime paid at enhanced rates
• Monday to Friday working with no mandatory weekends
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday day off
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Private GP access and employee wellbeing programme
• Employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme
• Paid volunteering days
• Modern workshop with excellent equipment and technical support
• Structured training programme with the opportunity to progress to Level 3 qualification (where applicable)
• Clear career progression through Technician grades with increased earning potential

About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for a Maintenance Technician, Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, Automotive Technician or Service Technician to join one of the UK's largest commercial vehicle rental and fleet businesses.

Working from a modern workshop, you'll carry out servicing, preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs across a varied fleet of vehicles, helping to ensure they remain safe, reliable and ready for customers.

You'll gain experience working on a wide range of vehicles, including:

Cars

Vans and light commercial vehicles

HGVs

Refrigerated vehicles

Electric vehicles

Specialist fleet vehicles

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical workshop work and wants to continue developing their technical skills within a supportive and well-equipped environment.

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and scheduled maintenance on fleet vehicles
• Complete brake, tyre and general mechanical repairs
• Inspect vehicles to ensure they meet safety and compliance standards
• Identify worn or damaged components before they result in vehicle breakdowns
• Carry out repairs and replace parts to manufacturer and company standards
• Use workshop systems to accurately record completed work
• Road test vehicles where appropriate and licence permits
• Complete work to a high standard whilst maintaining a safe and organised workshop

Maintenance Technician requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Full UK driving licence
• Level 2 or Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair qualification (NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)
• Practical workshop experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs
• Good understanding of vehicle inspections, brakes, suspension, steering and general mechanical systems
• Ability to work independently and as part of a busy workshop team
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and develop

Technicians with a Level 2 qualification who are looking to progress to Level 3 are encouraged to apply, with structured training and development available.

Training & Career Development Training is one of the biggest reasons technicians choose this employer.
This business invests heavily in developing its workshop teams through a structured training programme designed to increase technical knowledge and support long-term career progression.

Development opportunities include:

Health & Safety and workshop best practice

Advanced vehicle diagnostics

Electrical and electronic fault finding

Specialist commercial vehicle systems

Manufacturer technical training

Alternative fuel and electric vehicle technology

Progression to Level 3 qualification (where applicable)

Specialist equipment training

Career progression through Technician grades with increased hourly rates

Whether you're looking to strengthen your existing skills or build a long-term career, you'll receive ongoing support throughout your development.

Why Join This Business? This isn't simply another workshop job.
You'll join one of the UK's leading fleet maintenance businesses, maintaining thousands of vehicles that support customers nationwide. The workshop offers excellent facilities, a friendly team environment and genuine opportunities to progress your career.
If you're looking for stability, ongoing training and a company that genuinely invests in its technicians, this is an excellent opportunity.
If you would like to know more and be considered for this role, or would simply like a full Job Pack with additional information, please apply today.

Consultant: Chandre Heunis – Octane Recruitment
Reference: JAVT

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.
If you would like to know more about this vacancy or similar opportunities including Maintenance Technician, Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, Automotive Technician, Service Technician, LCV Technician, Van Technician, Workshop Technician, Fleet Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician roles, then please get in touch.