Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£36,182 to £43,829 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ashford, TN24 0GA
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Sept 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

Service Technician – Ashford

We are recruiting for an experienced Service Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician or Motor Vehicle Technician to join a high-performing dealership workshop in Ashford. Applicants must hold a recognised Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, have previous servicing and repair experience and the right to work in the UK. An MOT Licence is advantageous but not essential, as training can be provided.

Job Details:

Location: Ashford

Salary: £36,182 basic

OTE: £43,829 based on time saved and team profit

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 - 6, 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

Reference: 31508

Service Technician Company Benefits

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

- Manufacturer accreditation and technical training

- Electric and Hybrid Vehicle training

- Structured career development and progression

- Life assurance

- Contributory pension scheme

- Tool insurance

- Vehicle servicing and purchase discounts

- Shopping and lifestyle discounts

- Employee wellbeing support

- Modern workshop with specialist diagnostic equipment and tooling

Service Technician Role

- Carry out vehicle servicing and scheduled maintenance

- Complete mechanical repairs including routine maintenance and cambelt replacement

- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using modern diagnostic equipment

- Complete warranty and authorised repair work

- Carry out electronic vehicle health checks and identify additional work

- Complete digital job cards and technical write-ups accurately

- Work closely with Master, Diagnostic and Service Technicians to maintain workshop standards

Service Technician Requirements

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

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

- Strong servicing, maintenance and general mechanical repair experience

- Experience with warranty work is advantageous

- Good understanding of vehicle diagnostic and repair procedures

- MOT Licence is advantageous but not essential – training can be provided

- Electric and Hybrid Vehicle experience is advantageous

- Strong teamwork skills with a focus on safety, process and quality

- Right to work in the UK

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this Service Technician vacancy in Ashford, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.

You'll be joining an experienced six-Technician workshop team with Master and Diagnostic Technician support, providing a strong environment for continued technical development and manufacturer accreditation.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Robert Samuels

Octane Recruitment

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

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