Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£40,000 to £50,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Maidstone, ME14 1JF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	6 Nov 2026
Closing date:	5 Dec 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a Vehicle Technician to join our well-established franchised dealership group in Maidstone, Kent. This Vehicle Technician role is based at our brand-new, state-of-the-art dealership, offering the opportunity to work on passenger cars and commercial vehicles within a supportive, family-focused environment.

Benefits:

- Competitive basic salary of £32,000 to £40,000, depending on experience

- Monthly bonus scheme with an OTE of £50,000

- Minimum guaranteed bonus for the first 12 months

- Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:30, with a 30-minute lunch break

- One in three Saturdays, 08:00 to 13:00, with additional payment

- Full manufacturer training and ongoing technical development

- Future progression opportunities within a large dealer group

- Supportive management and a positive team environment

- Discounted MOTs and servicing

Duties:

- The successful Vehicle Technician will complete servicing, repairs and routine maintenance to manufacturer and company standards

- Carry out vehicle diagnostics and fault-finding

- Complete all work within agreed timeframes

- Maintain accurate records of completed work

- Participate in manufacturer training programmes

- Follow all health and safety procedures

- Work effectively on both passenger cars and commercial vehicles

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, mechanic or automotive engineer is essential

- An MOT Testing Licence is desirable but not essential

- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills

- Good communication skills and a professional approach

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

- Commitment to maintaining and developing technical knowledge

- Full UK Driving Licence

- Right to live and work in the UK; sponsorship is not available

This Vehicle Technician opportunity is ideal for an experienced automotive professional seeking a stable position, excellent earning potential and long-term career development with a respected dealership group.

Contact Rhys Woods, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Maidstone and Kent, today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,800 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.

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