Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£37,639 - £43,639
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cardiff, CF24 2QY
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	19 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, the UK's largest car and light commercial vehicle rental provider, for a Vehicle Technician to join their Cardiff team. This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified Vehicle Technician seeking a role within a reputable and expansive company.

Benefits:

- Competitive starting salary up to £37,639 per annum, with potential on-target earnings of £43,639 through various bonuses

- Overtime paid at enhanced rate (time and a half), subject to availability

- 23 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

- Workplace pension scheme

- Additional company benefits including tools insurance, life assurance, and employee assistance programmes

- Ongoing technical training and development opportunities

- Opportunity to work for a company with over 40 years of experience and a network of more than 60 branches nationwide

- 42.5-hour work week, Monday to Friday, 8:00am-5:30pm, plus 1 in 4 Saturdays 8:00am-12:00pm (paid as overtime)

Duties of a Vehicle Technician:

- Conduct electrical and mechanical repairs and maintenance on a range of cars and light commercial vehicles

- Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults accurately

- Repair or replace faulty parts following manufacturer standards as a Vehicle Technician

- Carry out preventative maintenance to ensure vehicle reliability

- Prepare vehicles for MOT testing

- Contribute as part of a team, ensuring high-quality workmanship

- Maintain compliance with health and safety standards within the workshop environment

- Maintain detailed records of work carried out for each vehicle

Requirements OF A Vehicle Technician:

- Live within reasonable commuting distance of Cardiff

- Qualified to IMI/NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, with several years of practical experience preferred

- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points

- Strong team player with excellent organisation and attention to detail

- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines

- High standard of workmanship and a methodical approach to tasks

- Comfortable working in a busy workshop environment

Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Cardiff and South Wales, today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.

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