PDI / Prep Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£36,500 to £42,500 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Derby, DE22 4NB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	17 Oct 2026
Closing date:	15 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are recruiting for an experienced PDI Technician, Prep Technician, Vehicle Preparation Technician or Vehicle Technician to join a busy main dealership in Derby. Applicants must have at least 3 years' workshop experience, hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent), a Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points and have the right to work in the UK. An MOT Tester Licence is desirable but not essential.

Location: Derby

Salary: Up to £36,500 Basic | OTE: Up to £42,500

Bonus: Weekly Time Saved and Team Bonus Scheme

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Why Apply?

- Up to £42,500 OTE

- Weekly time saved and team bonus scheme

- Monday to Friday working hours

- 30 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service

- Ongoing manufacturer training and development

- Company pension scheme and Life Assurance

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing and repairs

- Family and friends discount scheme

- Retail discounts and discounted days out

- Employee referral bonus scheme

- Employee recognition and reward programmes

- Genuine career progression opportunities

PDI / Prep Technician Role

- Carry out Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDI) on new and used vehicles

- Complete vehicle preparation, servicing and routine maintenance

- Carry out vehicle health checks and safety inspections

- Diagnose and rectify minor mechanical and electrical faults

- Identify additional repair requirements and report defects

- Ensure vehicles meet required quality standards before customer handover

- Accurately complete job cards and workshop documentation

PDI / Prep Technician Requirements

- Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)

- Minimum 3 years' experience within an automotive workshop

- Previous experience as a PDI Technician, Prep Technician, Vehicle Preparation Technician or Vehicle Technician

- Experience within a main dealership or independent garage

- Strong mechanical knowledge and vehicle servicing skills

- MOT Tester Licence desirable but not essential

- Full UK Driving Licence with no more than 6 points

- Right to work in the UK

How to Apply

If you're interested in this PDI / Prep Technician vacancy in Derby, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Kalum Green – Octane Recruitment

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.

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