Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£60,000 to £60,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Kidlington, OX5 2BX
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Sept 2026
Closing date:	2 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable prestige franchise-approved car dealership located in Kidlington. Our client is seeking a fully qualified Vehicle Technician to join their Service Department. This is an excellent Vehicle Technician opportunity for a motivated professional looking to develop their career within a successful multi-dealer group with over 100 locations nationwide.

Benefits:

- Negotiable starting salary based on experience, with an uncapped bonus structure that can provide earnings up to approximately £60,000 per annum

- £2,500 loyalty bonus after six months, subject to terms

- Performance-related bonuses

- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

- Flexible pension and share-saving schemes

- Ongoing technical training and career advancement opportunities

- Staff purchase discounts on vehicles and parts

- Healthcare plans, retailer discounts, and a company well-being programme

- Work within a supportive workshop environment with excellent team dynamics

- 40-hour week, Monday to Friday

Duties of a Vehicle Technician:

- Carry out fault diagnosis, servicing, and vehicle repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards

- Ensure all work is completed to a high quality, maintaining safety, reliability, and performance standards

- Accurately diagnose vehicle faults, report findings to the Service Manager

- Adhere to all quality procedures laid out by the dealership and manufacturer

- Maintain a clean and safe workshop environment and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

- Work effectively within a team environment to meet operational targets

Requirements of a Vehicle Technician:

- Fully qualified Vehicle Technician to IMI/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (minimum)

- One to two years’ post-qualification experience preferred, ideally within a franchise-approved dealership; however, experienced Level 2 qualified Vehicle Technicians are encouraged to apply

- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points

- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality work

- Good team player with a positive attitude and motivation to meet targets

- Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced, stringent dealer environment

Contact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement, covering Kidlington and Oxfordshire, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

Perfect Placement are the UK’s Leading Automotive Recruitment Agency so if you are looking for a Job get in touch today.

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