Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£38,012 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cambridge, CB5 8SQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Sept 2026
Closing date:	1 Oct 2026

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Summary

PDI / Service Technician – Cambridge

We are recruiting for an experienced PDI Technician, Service Technician, Vehicle Technician or Automotive Technician to join a busy dealership in Cambridge. Applicants must have previous Technician or Mechanic experience, hold a recognised Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK.

Location: Cambridge

Salary: Up to £38,012 depending + Bonus

Hours: 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota

Ref: 31366

Why Apply?

- Bonus based on time saved and team profit

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

- Manufacturer training including electric and hybrid vehicle servicing and repair

- Ongoing technical training and career progression

- Life Assurance

- Contributory pension scheme

- Tool insurance

- Discounts on vehicle servicing and purchases

- Shopping, lifestyle and wellbeing benefits

PDI / Service Technician Role

- Carry out Pre Delivery Inspections on customer and fleet vehicles

- Complete routine servicing, including oil and filter changes

- Inspect vehicles to ensure they are safe and ready for customer delivery

- Complete digital job cards and workshop documentation accurately

- Follow workshop processes and maintain high safety and quality standards

- Use digital workshop systems and iPads as part of the repair and inspection process

PDI / Service Technician Requirements

- Recognised Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, such as IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent

- Previous experience as a PDI Technician, Service Technician, Vehicle Technician or Mechanic

- Experience carrying out Pre Delivery Inspections and basic servicing is desirable

- Comfortable using digital workshop systems and iPads

- Full UK Driving Licence

- Right to work in the UK

How to Apply

If you're interested in this PDI / Service Technician vacancy, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Jason Evans – Octane Recruitment

Ref: 31366

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Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.

If this PDI / Service Technician role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including PDI Technician, Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Car Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician and Preparation Technician roles across the UK.

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