Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£30,000 - £35,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Barnet, EN4 8DW
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician

Location: Barnet

Salary: £35,000 Basic

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, (No Weekends)

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We are currently recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a busy and growing independent garage based in Barnet. This is an excellent opportunity for a technician looking for a genuine work-life balance, offering Monday to Friday working with no weekends, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to become part of a close-knit team. Due to continued business growth, the workshop is looking to expand with an experienced technician who can hit the ground running.

Vehicle Technician Company Benefits

- Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

- No weekend working

- 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

- Company pension scheme

- Relaxed and friendly working environment

- Long-term job security within a growing independent garage

- Opportunity for future training and development

Vehicle Technician Role

- Carry out vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs on a wide range of vehicles.

- Diagnose and repair mechanical faults using diagnostic equipment.

- Complete routine inspections and preventative maintenance.

- Carry out repairs including brakes, suspension, exhausts and general mechanical work.

- Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.

- Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop.

- Work closely with the existing team to deliver excellent customer service.

Vehicle Technician Requirements

- Minimum 5 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician.

- Strong mechanical and diagnostic skills.

- Own tools are essential.

- Formal qualifications are desirable but not essential for candidates with the right experience.

- Positive attitude with the ability to work well within a small team.

- Reliable, hardworking and committed to producing high-quality workmanship.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established independent garage where you'll enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, a supportive owner and a healthy work-life balance without weekend work.

Consultant: Robert Samuels

Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive, Motor Trade and Commercial recruitment agency. We recruit across the UK for Vehicle Technicians, Master Technicians, MOT Testers, Service Advisors, Parts Advisors, Workshop Controllers, Aftersales Managers and many other Automotive positions. If this vacancy isn't quite what you're looking for, please get in touch with us as we have a wide range of opportunities available across the UK.

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