Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£38,000 - £45,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chesterfield, S41 9EG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Aug 2026
Closing date:	5 Sept 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician - Chesterfield

Salary – Up to £41,870 Basic + Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications

Days – Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, No Weekends

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Benefits:

- Competitive Vehicle Technician salary packages (up to £41,870 depending on level)

- 40‑hour week with no weekend work

- 33 days’ holiday, rising to 37 with service

- Manufacturer training including EV & electrical pathways

- Tool insurance & preferential service rates

- Share incentive & pension scheme

- Online rewards platform with cashback & retail discounts

- Colleague vehicle purchase scheme

- Flexible working arrangements where applicable

Vehicle Technician Opportunity

A great opportunity for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a modern, well‑equipped workshop supporting premium vehicles built around performance, capability and advanced technology. This role suits a Vehicle Technician who takes pride in precision, quality workmanship and first‑time fixes.

You’ll work across servicing, diagnostics, complex repairs and EV/hybrid technology, supported by ongoing manufacturer training designed to keep you at the forefront of technical development.

What You’ll Be Doing

- Carrying out maintenance and repairs with precision and attention to detail

- Diagnosing, repairing and servicing vehicles to premium brand standards

- Applying technical expertise to routine, diagnostic and complex repairs

- Delivering quality results that build customer trust and satisfaction

What You’ll Need

- City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2/3 Light Vehicle qualification (or equivalent)

- Current hands‑on experience as a Vehicle Technician

- Your own tools

- Full UK driving licence

Accreditation pathways are available, including EV training and progression routes from Level 2 through to Level 4 for experienced or Master Technician‑level applicants.

Why Join?

You’ll be part of a high‑performing workshop environment with clear progression routes, structured manufacturer training and the chance to develop specialist knowledge across diagnostics, hybrid, plug‑in hybrid and battery‑electric systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Vehicle Technician seeking stability, development and long‑term career growth.

Consultant: Kalum Green - 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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