Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, or Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with 3 years’ experience, for the UK’s leading vehicle rental specialists, working on a wide range of vehicles. 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: Preston
Pay / salary: Up to £42,000 Basic + Uncapped Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications (Extra 1.5k on salary for MOT license holders)
Job type: Permanent / full-time role
Shift and schedule: Monday to Friday, with Saturday rota and approved overtime where required
Benefits:
Competitive basic salary with bonus earning potential
Paid overtime for Saturday working and agreed additional hours
Enhanced holiday allowance, including an additional paid day off for your birthday
Company pension scheme and life assurance
Employee discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts, and labour
Access to high street, retail, lifestyle, and wellbeing discounts through a benefits platform
Optional healthcare cash plans and dental support benefits
Staff referral scheme
Ongoing manufacturer and OEM technical training with career development opportunities
Company
You would be joining a well-established car dealership and one of the UK's leading independent franchised dealership groups. The business has grown into a multi-site automotive retail operation, representing a wide range of well-known manufacturers across the UK. This client is committed to delivering exceptional customer service across new and used vehicle sales, servicing, repairs, MOTs, parts, fleet services, and aftersales support.
Skills and experience
Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, NVQ/City & Guilds, or equivalent; Level 2 qualified Technicians with strong dealership or workshop experience may also be considered
Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, Service Technician, Diagnostic Technician, or similar workshop role
Own tools suitable for day-to-day workshop duties
Job Responsibilities for the Vehicle Technician role
Carry out servicing, maintenance, inspections, and repair work on customer vehicles to manufacturer and franchise standards.
Use diagnostic equipment and workshop processes to identify mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults.
Replace parts, lubricants, and consumables as required, ensuring all work is completed correctly first time.
Complete accurate service records, job cards, and repair documentation in line with company procedures.
Carry out electronic vehicle health checks and highlight any additional maintenance or safety work required.
Work professionally with Service Advisors, workshop control, and colleagues to support customer satisfaction and workshop efficiency.
If you would like to know more and be considered for the role or would simply like a Job Pack with further details, please apply.
Consultant – Al-amin Abiru - 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.
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