Commercial Vehicle Technician

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom | Posted on 29/09/2026

• Work Experience Minimum 3 years previous Vehicle maintenance experience
• City Newcastle upon Tyne
• Province Tyne and Wear
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code NE6

Job Title:

Commercial Vehicle Technician

Location:

Newcastle NE6

Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 basic depending on qualifications, plus £3,000 Productivity Bonus and Time Saved Bonus Scheme-OTE £45-50k

Hours:

40 hours between Monday-Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays 8:30am - 12:30pm

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

We are recruiting for a Commercial Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join a fantastic workshop team. Working alongside experienced technicians, you will play a vital role carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services, and completing any additional repairs required. You will report to the Aftersales Manager, who will provide ongoing support and ensure you have the tools needed to succeed in your role.

Excellent career progression and training opportunities are available, including manufacturer-accredited programmes and Hybrid & Electric vehicle training to help accelerate your career. Our Commercial Vehicle Technicians / Mechanics play a vital role within the Service team by delivering first-class customer service every time. If you are a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, whether you work in a dealership environment or an independent garage, we would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Carrying out pre-delivery inspections on new and used vehicles

Carrying out checks in line with manufacturer guidelines

Fitting any additional accessories requested by the customer

Completing vehicle health checks and reporting any further work required

Checking vehicle lights, tyre pressures, mechanical and electrical components

Completing minor repairs on new and used vehicles

Understanding and carrying out basic diagnosis of mechanical and electrical faults

Conducting vehicle servicing in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and customer requirements

Carrying out any additional repairs once authorised by the customer

Completing warranty repairs in line with manufacturer standards and ensuring all documentation is completed accurately

Road testing vehicles to ensure faults have been rectified

Completing all relevant paperwork to a high standard

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Mechanic or Vehicle Technician. You will be self-motivated, ambitious, eager to learn, and committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship.

Requirements:

Full UK driving licence

Previous experience working with a vehicle manufacturer would be advantageous but is not essential, as full accreditation training can be provided.