Service Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£38,153 - £45,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Newbury, RG14 7HT
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician

Location: Newbury

Salary: £38,153 basic per annum plus bonus and overtime, OTE £45,000

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm, 1 in 3 Saturday mornings

Reference: 31178

My client, a well established and reputable main dealership, is recruiting an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their friendly and professional aftersales team in Newbury. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer approved workshop, benefiting from high standards, structured processes, and a strong focus on training and development. The role offers long term stability, varied day to day work, and clear progression opportunities within a successful dealership group.

Benefits for Vehicle Technician:

• Starting salary competitive within the industry or Attractive starting salary

• Company pension scheme

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Role Overview – Vehicle Technician:

• Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance

• Diagnose faults and perform fault finding

• Repair and replace brakes, suspension, and clutch components

• Cambelt replacement

Requirements – Vehicle Technician:

• At least one year’s experience in a workshop environment

• Minimum Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)

• Strong mechanical skills

• Reliable work history with consistent attendance

• Own a well stocked toolbox appropriate for workshop duties

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Vehicle Technician vacancy, please send your CV and we will be in touch upon receipt.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment

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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.

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