MOT Tester


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£36,000 - £40,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Colchester, CO3 0LE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician – £35,000–£42,000 + Benefits

Location: Colchester

Full‑time, Permanent

Benefits:

- No weekends

- Early finish (doors shut 5:30)

- Private healthcare after 18 months

- Modern workshop with £100K recent investment

- 15‑ramp site with new diagnostic bays

- Strong progression and long‑term stability

- No targets, no forced overtime

- Long‑term progression

- Supportive, close‑knit team culture

The Role – MOT Tester / Vehicle TechnicianThis is a role where you’ll spend around 80% of your time MOT testing, with light servicing only when the workshop is quiet. As an experienced MOT Tester, you’ll carry out Class 4,5,7 MOTs, complete retests, identify faults and ensure all work meets DVSA standards. You’ll also support the wider team with basic servicing tasks when required.

Key duties include:

- Conducting MOT tests to DVSA regulations

- Advising customers on repairs and safety issues

- Completing accurate documentation and test certificates

- Light servicing (pads, basic servicing) when quiet

- Using modern diagnostic equipment in a newly upgraded workshop

What You Need

- Valid MOT Tester licence Class 4,5 and Class 7 desirable

- Strong attention to detail and a safety‑first mindset

- Team‑focused, humble personality (no egos)

- Full UK driving licence

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If you’re a skilled MOT Tester/Vehicle Technician looking for a long‑term, stable role with a genuinely supportive workshop, hit apply and I’ll be in touch for a confidential chat.

Consultant – Kalum Green - Octane Recruitment- KGVT

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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.rade and related industries.

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