Service Technician in Maidstone
Posted by Octane Recruitment
£34,665 – £46,000 a year
Maidstone · Permanent
We are recruiting for an experienced Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician or Motor Vehicle Technician to join an established main dealership in Maidstone. Applicants must hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, have previous workshop experience and the right to work in the UK. Experience with electric or hybrid vehicles is advantageous, but manufacturer training will be provided.
Job Details
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £34,665 basic + bonus
OTE: £46,425 based on average bonus earnings
Bonus: Average £11,760 annually, based on time saved and team profit
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday only
Ref: 31964
Service Technician Company Benefits
- Monday–Friday working – no weekends
- 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Manufacturer training, including electric and hybrid vehicle technology
- Ongoing technician accreditation and career progression
- Life assurance and contributory pension scheme
- Tool insurance
- Staff discounts on vehicle purchases and servicing
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Employee wellbeing support
- Modern workshop facilities and experienced technical support
- Carry out routine vehicle servicing and maintenance
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults
- Complete repairs and warranty work to manufacturer standards
- Undertake mechanical repairs, including cambelt replacements
- Conduct electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs)
- Complete digital job cards and accurate repair documentation
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and workshop safety
- Recognised Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent – essential
- Previous experience as a Service Technician, Vehicle Technician or Motor Vehicle Technician
- Confident carrying out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs
- Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow workshop processes
- Willingness to undertake manufacturer training and develop EV technical skills
- Right to work in the UK
Previous electric or hybrid vehicle experience would also be beneficial, although full manufacturer training is available.
How to ApplyIf you're interested in this Service Technician vacancy in Maidstone, apply with your CV or contact Robert Samuels at Octane Recruitment for a confidential discussion.
Consultant: Robert Samuels
RSVT
Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff. We also recruit for related positions including Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, EV Technician, Hybrid Vehicle Technician and MOT Tester across the UK.
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