MOT Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£42,000 to £42,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Shaftesbury, SP7 8JR
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are working on behalf of our client, an established independent automotive service centre in the Shaftesbury region, to recruit a MOT Technician. This is an excellent MOT Technician opportunity for a skilled professional seeking a role within a reputable, family-run garage with outstanding customer reviews. The successful individual will join a dedicated workshop team and contribute to delivering high-quality vehicle maintenance and repairs.

The MOT Technician role offers a competitive salary of up to £42,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications. Working hours are Monday to Friday, from 8:30am to 5:30pm, with the possibility of optional overtime. Benefits include 32 days of annual leave, a workplace pension scheme, in-house technical training, and development opportunities. The role is ideal for an individual committed to high standards, with a valid MOT licence and relevant experience post-qualification.

Benefits:

- Salary up to £42,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications

- Optional overtime available

- 32 days annual leave including bank holidays

- Workplace pension scheme

- Access to in-house technical training and development

- Opportunity to work with a friendly, family-run garage with excellent reviews

- Monday to Friday working week, 42.5 hours per week, 8:30am - 5:30pm

Duties of a MOT Technician:

- Carry out fault diagnosis, servicing, maintenance and repairs on customer vehicles

- Conduct MOT testing as an active MOT licence holder

- Accurately diagnose vehicle faults and report on vehicle condition, safety, and performance

- Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and company standards

- Work efficiently within a busy workshop environment, meeting set targets

- Maintain high standards of work quality and customer satisfaction

Requirements of a MOT Technician:

- Active MOT licence and relevant technical qualifications

- Several years’ post-qualification experience as a MOT Technician

- Valid UK driving licence with minimal points

- Strong mechanical aptitudes and attention to detail

- Ability to produce high-quality work consistently

- Good team player with a committed attitude

Contact Hamish Lowrie, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Shaftesbury and Dorset, 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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