Service Technician

Octane Recruitment

Vehicle Technician 
Location: Ashford
Salary: £36,831 Basic + Bonus, OTE £40,000+
Working Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, No Weekends

We have an exciting opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join a busy dealership in Ashford. This role is perfect for a technician looking to work Monday to Friday while benefiting from ongoing manufacturer training, excellent career progression, and a modern workshop environment.

Vehicle Technician Company Benefits
  • £36,831 basic salary with OTE of £40,000+
  • Monday to Friday working – no weekends
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
  • Company pension scheme
  • Life assurance and tool insurance
  • Discounts on vehicle purchases, servicing and parts
  • Employee wellbeing programme and lifestyle discounts
  • Manufacturer accreditation training, including EV & Hybrid
  • Clear career progression and ongoing technical development
Vehicle Technician Role
  • Carry out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, warranty work and repairs to manufacturer standards
  • Complete routine maintenance including oil services, cambelt replacements and general mechanical repairs
  • Conduct electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs) and complete accurate digital job cards
  • Work safely and efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship
  • Collaborate with the workshop team to maximise productivity and customer satisfaction
Vehicle Technician Requirements
  • Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)
  • Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician or Service Technician
  • Experience with servicing, diagnostics and repair work
  • MOT Licence advantageous but not essential
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
  • Full UK Driving Licence
Please note all applications will be handled confidentially.
Consultant – Robert Samuels – Octane Recruitment
MRVT

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
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