Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician
- Leicester
£46,295 basic | £50,000+ OTE (time saved, team profit, CSI bonus) 25 days holiday + bank holidays | Life assurance & pension | Technician discounts & lifestyle perks Full-time | 45 hours per week (Mon Fri 8am5pm, 1 in 4 Sat 8am1pm)

We recognise and value the qualifications and experience you bring, and were committed to honouring your current Technician accreditations and manufacturer training wherever possible.

We welcome  Vehicle Technicians  from all automotive brands who want to step into a premium environment with modern tools, structured training and a clear path to progress  including Diagnostic Technician development.

The Opportunity   Vehicle Technician / Diagnostic Technician
Youll join a high-performing aftersales team in a well-equipped workshop with  16 ramps  and a strong group of  11 experienced Technicians , including long-standing team members with deep product knowledge who are always happy to support.
Youll have access to OEM training, online learning, development programmes and on-site coaching  giving you everything you need to progress through technical levels and stay ahead of the latest technologies, including EV.

What Youll Do  Carry out complex diagnostic, warranty and repair work to manufacturer standards.
Complete EV tasks (if qualified) and hydraulic repairs safely and efficiently.
Use advanced diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve hard-to-find faults.
Support Apprentice Technicians with guidance and development.

What Were Looking For  Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent) plus a recognised Diagnostic qualification.
Previous experience as a  Vehicle Technician  or  Diagnostic Technician  preferred, though brand-qualified candidates will also be considered.
Strong teamwork, process discipline and high standards of safety and quality.
Ambition to progress  ongoing manufacturer training provided, including EV and hybrid accreditation.

What Youll Receive  Industry-leading basic salary with uncapped bonus potential.
Manufacturer training including electric & hybrid servicing and repair.
Clear career development routes with ongoing accreditations.
Life assurance, tool insurance and contributory pension scheme.
Colleague discounts, wellbeing support and access to a full employee benefits platform.

Were looking for people with a customer-focused, can-do attitude who want to grow their career as a  Vehicle Technician  while developing further into a  Diagnostic Technician  within a supportive, forward-thinking workshop environment.

Consultant:
Kalum Green
| KGVT
Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.