Vehicle Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£37,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Leatherhead, KT22 7DL
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

Vehicle Technician – Leatherhead

We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic to join an established main dealership in Leatherhead. 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. Ideally, candidates will have at least two years' workshop experience.

Job Details

Location: Leatherhead, Surrey

Salary: £37,000 basic + bonus

Bonus: Uncapped bonus OTE 45k

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 - 6, No weekends

Ref: 31802

Vehicle Technician Company Benefits

- Monday–Friday working – no weekends

- Uncapped bonus opportunities

- 31 days' holiday, increasing to 34 days with service

- Manufacturer training and technical development

- Company pension scheme

- Employee discounts

- £500 colleague referral bonus

- Career development opportunities within an established dealership

Vehicle Technician Role

- Carry out routine vehicle servicing and maintenance

- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults

- Complete vehicle health checks and identify additional work

- Carry out authorised repairs to a high standard

- Use workshop diagnostic equipment and technical information

- Road-test vehicles following repairs where required

- Complete job cards and service documentation accurately

Vehicle Technician Requirements

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

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

- Ideally at least two years' workshop experience

- Good mechanical repair and diagnostic skills

- Ability to work independently and maintain high workmanship standards

- Full UK Driving Licence – essential

- Right to work in the UK

Experience from either a main dealership or independent garage background will be considered.

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this Vehicle Technician vacancy in Leatherhead, 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 Technician across the UK.

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