Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£37,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Tonbridge, TN9 1TB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	2 Oct 2026
Closing date:	31 Oct 2026

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Summary

MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician – Tonbridge

We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician or Mechanic to join a busy dealership workshop in Tonbridge. Applicants must hold a current MOT Testing Licence, a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK.

Job Details:

Location: Tonbridge

Salary: £34,000–£37,000 basic depending on qualifications + bonus

OTE: £41,000+

Hours: 40 hours – Monday to Friday 8:30am–5:00pm, plus Saturday mornings 8:30am–12:30pm on a rota

Reference: 31659

Vehicle Technician Company Benefits

- Productivity Bonus

- Time Saved Bonus Scheme

- 40-hour working week

- Manufacturer-accredited technical training

- Hybrid and Electric Vehicle training

- Career progression opportunities

- Ongoing support and technical development

Vehicle Technician Role

- Carry out MOT testing alongside servicing and mechanical repair work

- Complete pre-delivery inspections on new and used vehicles

- Carry out vehicle health checks and identify additional work

- Complete servicing and maintenance to required standards

- Diagnose and complete minor mechanical and electrical repairs

- Fit vehicle accessories when required

- Road test vehicles following repairs and complete relevant workshop documentation

Vehicle Technician Requirements

- Current MOT Testing Licence – essential

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

- Previous Vehicle Technician, MOT Tester, Automotive Technician or Mechanic experience

- Strong hands-on servicing, inspection and repair skills

- Dealership or independent garage experience considered

- High standards of workmanship and attention to detail

- Full and valid UK Driving Licence – essential

- Right to work in the UK

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

This position would suit a qualified MOT Tester or Vehicle Technician looking for a varied workshop role combining MOT testing, servicing, inspections and mechanical repairs, with ongoing technical training and career progression.

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

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