Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£37,000 - £43,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Maidstone, ME15 9YN
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Aug 2026
Closing date:	3 Sept 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role for a Level 3 qualified Technician to join a busy main dealership in Maidstone, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs. Excellent basic salary, bonus potential, manufacturer training and Hybrid & Electric Vehicle accreditation available.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location: Maidstone

Salary: £37,000 basic per annum plus bonus, OTE £43,000+

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays, 8:30am – 12:30pm

Job Reference: 31092

Vehicle Technician Benefits:

- £3,000 productivity bonus alongside a Time Saved Bonus Scheme.

- Full manufacturer-accredited technical training.

- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle training and accreditation.

- Excellent long-term career progression opportunities.

- Modern workshop equipped with the latest diagnostic technology.

- Supportive and experienced management team.

- Company pension scheme.

- Comprehensive employee benefits package.

Vehicle Technician Requirements:

- NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent IMI / City & Guilds qualification.

- Previous experience working as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic or Service Technician.

- Experience gained within a main dealership or independent garage environment.

- Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.

- Ability to complete servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs to a high standard.

- Previous manufacturer-specific experience would be advantageous but is not essential, as full training will be provided.

- Self-motivated with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

- Full UK driving licence.

Vehicle Technician Job role:

- Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance in accordance with manufacturer standards.

- Perform comprehensive vehicle health checks using the latest diagnostic technology.

- Diagnose and rectify mechanical and electrical vehicle faults.

- Complete authorised mechanical repairs efficiently and to a high standard.

- Carry out warranty repairs in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.

- Road test vehicles following repairs to ensure faults have been successfully rectified.

- Complete job cards, technical write-ups and other workshop documentation accurately.

- Work effectively with the wider Aftersales and workshop team to maintain productivity.

- Maintain a clean, organised and safe workshop environment.

If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or would simply like a Job Pack with more details, please apply.

Consultant: Robert Samuels – Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.If you would like to know more about this vacancy, or any similar vacancies such as Vehicle Technician, Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician, MOT Tester, Master Technician or Mechanic roles, please get in touch. 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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