Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£36,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Canterbury, CT2 0EZ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	19 Nov 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician – Canterbury

We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic to join a well-established main dealership in Canterbury. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, have previous workshop experience, a Full UK Driving Licence and the right to work in the UK.

Job Details:

Location: Canterbury

Salary: £36,000 basic + bonus

Hours: Monday–Friday, flexible working hours available

Ref: 31786

Vehicle Technician Company Benefits

- Flexible working hours

- 30 days' holiday including bank holidays, increasing with service

- Company pension and life assurance

- Employee discounts on new and used vehicles, servicing and parts

- Digital GP and wellbeing support

- Employee recognition and long-service awards

- Career development opportunities

- Supportive, established dealership team

Vehicle Technician Role

- Carry out vehicle servicing and scheduled maintenance

- Complete minor and major mechanical repairs

- Diagnose and rectify mechanical faults

- Road-test vehicles following repairs

- Use workshop equipment and diagnostic systems safely

- Liaise with customers and the Aftersales team when required

- Maintain high standards of workmanship and customer service

Vehicle Technician Requirements

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

- Previous Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician or Mechanic experience

- Strong servicing, maintenance and mechanical repair skills

- Confident using workshop equipment and vehicle systems

- Good organisation and attention to detail

- Full UK Driving Licence – essential

- Right to work in the UK

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this Vehicle Technician vacancy in Canterbury, please apply with your CV or contact Robert Samuels at Octane Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

All applications will be handled 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. We also recruit for related positions including Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, Car Technician, Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Master Technician and MOT Tester roles across the UK.

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