MOT Tester - Staples Corner


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£35,000 to £40,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Golders Green, NW2 6LU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	3 Oct 2026

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Summary

MOT Tester – Staples Corner

We are recruiting for an experienced MOT Tester, Vehicle Technician or MOT Technician to join a busy dealership workshop in Staples Corner, North London. Applicants must have previous MOT testing experience, hold a valid MOT testing status, possess a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK.

Job Details:

Location: Staples Corner, North London

Salary: £35,000 basic

OTE: £40,000+

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm. Saturday 8:30am–5:00pm, with the option to work Saturdays permanently and take Mondays off

Reference: 31382

MOT Tester Company Benefits

- Bonus for completing more than 6 MOT tests per day

- Flexible Saturday working pattern available

- 33 days' annual leave including bank holidays

- Company pension scheme

- Life Assurance with option to increase cover

- 24/7 access to healthcare professionals

- Dedicated employee and family wellbeing support

- Retail, vehicle purchase and servicing discounts

- Ongoing training and development

- Company share-purchase plan

- Employee referral rewards

- One paid volunteering day per year

- Cycle-to-work scheme

MOT Tester Role

- Carry out MOT tests accurately and efficiently

- Complete vehicle servicing and repairs to a high standard

- Identify defects and additional work required during inspections

- Communicate MOT results and repair requirements to Service Reception and Workshop Control

- Complete all required quality inspections, administration and MOT records accurately

- Maintain high workshop housekeeping and safety standards

- Deliver consistent quality while working at a productive pace

MOT Tester Requirements

- Previous experience working as an MOT Tester – essential

- Valid MOT testing status – essential

- Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – essential

- Previous workshop experience within the automotive or motor trade

- Ability to complete MOT tests efficiently without compromising quality

- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

- Full UK Driving Licence – essential

- Right to work in the UK

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this MOT Tester vacancy in Staples Corner, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.

The client can interview and hire immediately, so applications are encouraged as soon as possible.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Robert Samuels

RSVT

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 MOT Tester role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including MOT Tester, MOT Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Car Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician and Service Technician roles across the UK.

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