Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester


Company:	Get Staffed Online Recruitment Limited
Salary:	£35,000 - £45,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Hitchin, SG4 0AP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Our client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join their busy, well-established independent German vehicle specialist in Hitchin.

They are a family-run garage established in 1996, specialising in Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Skoda and other German vehicles, with dealer-level diagnostic equipment including ODIS, VCDS, ISTA and Autel. They are looking for a reliable, skilled and motivated Technician who takes pride in their work and can carry out repairs, servicing, diagnostics and MOT testing to a high standard.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out MOT tests, servicing, repairs, diagnostics and general mechanical work on a wide range of vehicles, with a strong focus on Volkswagen Audi Group models.

Duties will include:

- Carrying out MOT tests to DVSA standards.

- Servicing and maintenance.

- Brakes, suspension, steering and clutch work.

- Timing belts, water pumps and general mechanical repairs.

- Diagnostic work using dealer-level and aftermarket tools.

- Fault finding and repair on electrical and mechanical systems.

- Completing work accurately and efficiently.

- Maintaining high standards of workmanship and cleanliness.

- Working as part of a busy workshop team.

- Liaising with the Workshop Controller / Service Advisor where required.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

- A valid MOT Tester licence.

- Strong mechanical experience.

- Good diagnostic ability.

- Experience working on German vehicles preferred.

- Own tools.

- Full UK driving licence.

- Good attention to detail.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- Pride in producing clean, accurate and professional work.

- A reliable and positive attitude.

What Our Client Offers:

- Salary between £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience.

- Full-time, permanent position.

- Established and reputable independent specialist.

- Busy workshop with consistent work.

- Dealer-level diagnostic equipment.

- Friendly family-run environment.

- Opportunity to work on a wide range of German vehicles.

- Bonus structure available for the right candidate.

- Monday to Friday working hours.

- One Saturday per month.

This is a great opportunity for a skilled Technician who wants to work in a professional, specialist workshop with a strong local reputation and a long-standing customer base.

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