Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£45,000 to £55,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bedford, MK41 0SF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Oct 2026
Closing date:	5 Nov 2026

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Summary

Diagnostic Technician / Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, for one of the UK's leading dealer groups. Great salary, benefits, overtime and bonus opportunities.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location: Bedford

Pay / salary: Up to £44,958 basic per annum, OTE up to £50,958 per annum, based on time saved, team profit and CSI bonus

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule: 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

Benefits:

- Strong basic salary with highly rewarding individual efficiency and team performance bonuses.

- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.

- Workplace pension scheme and life assurance protection worth twice your salary.

- Peace of mind with full, comprehensive workshop tool insurance coverage.

- Generous discounts on personal car purchases and leasing plans, with substantial employee savings on vehicle servicing, parts, and repairs.

- Dedicated training in EV and hybrid technology, diagnostics, and high-voltage systems.

- Digital portal access offering exclusive savings at major high-street retailers.

Company

You would be joining one of the UK’s leading automotive retail groups, representing more than 25 leading car, van, truck and motorbike brands across over 130 stores in England. As part of a major automotive group, the business offers excellent pay packages, strong benefits, manufacturer training, and long-term career progression within a professional workshop environment focused on integrity, respect, and innovation.

Skills and experience

- Minimum Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

- Recognised Diagnostic qualification, with strong diagnostic capability and confidence using diagnostic tools and software.

- Previous experience as a Diagnostic Technician or Mechanic is ideal, although brand-qualified Technicians will also be considered.

- Strong teamwork skills, a process-driven approach, and a commitment to high standards of safety, quality, and customer care.

Job responsibilities for the Diagnostic Technician role

- Carry out complex diagnostic, warranty, and repair work in line with manufacturer standards.

- Use diagnostic tools and software to identify, investigate, and resolve hard-to-find vehicle faults.

- Complete EV work, where qualified, and carry out hydraulic repairs safely and efficiently.

- Support accurate digital write-ups, job card completion, and clear recording of technical findings and parts requirements.

- Assist Apprentice Technicians with development where required, supporting a high-performing workshop team.

- Maintain high standards of safety, quality, first-time fix performance, and customer satisfaction.

If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or would simply like a Job Pack with more details, please apply.

Consultant: Jason Evans – Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.

If you would like to know more about this vacancy, or any similar vacancies such as Mobile Automotive Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, Roadside Technician, Mobile Breakdown Technician, or Mobile Mechanic roles, please get in touch.

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