Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£32,000 - £40,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Edenbridge, TB8 5DQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Jul 2026
Closing date:	28 Aug 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician

Location – Edenbridge

Salary – £32,000 Basic + Bonus

Working Hours – 5-day working week, including Saturdays on a rota basis

Ref – 31170

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join a well-established independent workshop in Edenbridge. This role is ideal for a Vehicle Technician or someone looking to take the next step in their automotive career, offering ongoing training, a supportive team environment and genuine opportunities for long-term progression. You'll work alongside experienced technicians, gaining valuable hands-on experience while developing your technical skills across a wide range of vehicle makes and models.

Vehicle Technician Benefits

- 5-day working week.

- Ongoing technical training and development.

- Supportive and experienced workshop team.

- Opportunity to develop into a fully qualified Vehicle Technician.

- Long-term career progression.

- Company pension.

- Stable, well-established independent business.

- Holiday entitlement.

Vehicle Technician Role

- Carry out servicing and routine maintenance on a variety of vehicle makes and models.

- Assist with mechanical repairs and fault diagnosis.

- Complete vehicle inspections and identify repair requirements.

- Support experienced technicians with more complex repair work.

- Accurately complete job cards and workshop documentation.

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

- Maintain a clean and organised working environment while contributing to overall workshop productivity.

Vehicle Technician Requirements

- Previous experience within a workshop environment as a Technician, Junior Technician or Trainee Mechanic.

- Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent) is desirable.

- A genuine passion for the motor trade and a willingness to learn.

- Good mechanical aptitude with strong attention to detail.

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

- Full UK Driving Licence.

- Positive attitude with a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship.

Please note all applications will be handled confidentially.

Consultant – Robert Samuels – Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.

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