Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£39,232 - £45,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Crawley, RH10 9AN
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 and successful dealership in Gatwick, carrying out servicing, diagnostics, maintenance and repairs. Excellent basic salary, uncapped 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: Gatwick

Salary: £39,232 basic per annum plus uncapped bonus

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Working hours: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.30pm, Saturdays on a rota

Job Reference: 31097

Vehicle Technician Benefits:

- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service.

- Full manufacturer training including Hybrid & Electric Vehicle accreditation.

- Excellent career progression opportunities across a large and established dealer group.

- Company pension scheme and life assurance.

- Comprehensive workshop tool insurance.

- Employee discounts on vehicle servicing and car purchases.

- Access to additional lifestyle discounts and benefits.

- Employee wellbeing programme.

- Modern workshop facilities with access to the latest diagnostic equipment.

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.

- Strong experience carrying out servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.

- Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability.

- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of workmanship.

- MOT Tester Licence would be advantageous but is not essential.

- Strong teamwork and communication skills.

- Full UK driving licence.

Vehicle Technician Job role:

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

- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.

- Complete warranty repairs and routine maintenance work.

- Conduct comprehensive electronic Vehicle Health Checks (eVHCs).

- Identify and accurately report additional repair requirements.

- Complete digital job cards, technical write-ups and repair documentation accurately.

- Ensure all work is completed efficiently while maintaining excellent quality standards.

- Work collaboratively with the wider workshop team to maximise productivity and first-time fix rates.

- Maintain excellent workshop Health & Safety and manufacturer standards.

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.

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