Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£31,000 - £37,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Treforest, CF37 5EA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Jul 2026
Closing date:	27 Aug 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable automotive dealer group in Treforest, who is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their busy Service Department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced motor trade professional to develop their career within a well-established, multi-franchise dealer group with over 40 years of presence in South Wales.

Benefits of the Vehicle Technician:

- Starting salary approximately £31,000, dependent on experience and current earnings

- Bonus scheme offering additional monthly earnings between £250 and £500

- Four-day work week: Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 6:00pm, with either Monday or Friday off

- 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after three years’ service

- Full manufacturer-approved training to enhance technical skills

- Staff purchase discounts on vehicles and parts

- Contributory workplace pension scheme

- Long-term career progression opportunities within a stable, reputable business

Duties of the Vehicle Technician:

- Carry out MOT testing to Ministry of Transport standards for customer vehicles

- Diagnose and perform mechanical repairs and servicing

- Support the workshop team to ensure smooth workflow and high standards of service

- Maintain accurate documentation of repair work and MOT testing results

- Liaise effectively with colleagues to deliver excellent customer service

- Assist in vehicle inspections and promote vehicle safety standards

Requirements of the Vehicle Technician:

- Valid Class 4 and Class 7 MOT testing licence

- Active UK driving licence with minimal points

- Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician within the motor trade

- Confident in diagnosing and repairing various vehicle faults

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Excellent communication skills

- Resident within a reasonable commuting distance of Treforest

Contact Harry Thaxton-Woodcock, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Treforest and Rhondda Cynon Taff , today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity.

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