Vehicle Technician
| Company: | Octane Recruitment Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £44,345 - £60,000 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Kentish Town, NW5 3RR |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 21 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 19 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Vehicle Technician
Location: Kentish Town, London
Salary: £45,675 Basic | OTE £60,000+
Working Hours: 39.5 Hours per Week | Three-Week Rotating Shift Pattern | 1 in 3 Saturdays
Ref: 29456
We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join one of the UK's largest commercial fleets based in North London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation offering long-term job security, outstanding training and excellent earning potential. Working in a modern workshop, you'll maintain a diverse fleet of light and heavy commercial vehicles, including electric vehicles, using the latest tooling and equipment.
Vehicle Technician Company Benefits
- OTE up to £60,000 with overtime.
- Late shift allowance of £90.21 per week.
- Saturday supplement of £53.66 per shift.
- Sunday supplement of £107.33 per shift (where applicable).
- £1,500 welcome bonus (subject to terms).
- 22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Holiday entitlement increases with length of service.
- Option to purchase additional annual leave.
- Excellent company pension scheme.
- Manufacturer and in-house training.
- Structured career development programme.
- Fully equipped modern workshop.
- PPE and workwear provided.
- Employee discounts on shopping, travel, technology and leisure.
Vehicle Technician Role
- Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a fleet of light and heavy commercial vehicles.
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.
- Complete vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance.
- Repair trailers and associated mechanical equipment.
- Ensure all work is completed safely and to the highest standards.
- Use specialist workshop equipment and tooling.
- Work effectively within a busy workshop team whilst maintaining accurate job records.
Vehicle Technician Requirements
- Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
- Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, LCV Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician.
- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
- Own tools required.
- HGV licence and trailer experience desirable but not essential.
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
- Flexible to work a rotating shift pattern.
Please note all applications will be handled confidentially.
Consultant – Robert Samuels
Job Reference: 29456
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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.