Experienced Vehicle Technician​/Prep Tech​/Diagnostic Technician

Experienced Vehicle Technician/Prep Tech/Diagnostic Technician

Date Added 26 February 2026

Location Vauxhall Stockton-on-Tees

Closing Date 31 March 2026

Contract Type Permanent

Job Description

Experienced Vehicle Technician/Prep Tech/Diagnostic Technician

Stockton-on-Tees - TS18 3SB

8.30am - 5.30pm - 30 Minutes Lunch

Salaries (DOE):

£32,000 + £6,000 in Bonuses (Uncapped) - Service Technician/Prep Tech

£36,000 + £6,000 in Bonuses (Uncapped) - Diagnostic Technician

£38,000 + £6,000 in Bonuses (Uncapped) - Diagnostic Technician with MOT Licence

About Us

We are expanding our Service team and we are looking for Experienced Technicians, Preparation Technicians or Diagnostic Technicians to come and join our successful service team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Stockton-on-Tees team.

Drive Motor Retail is a trusted name in the UK automotive industry, known for delivering exceptional service, supporting career growth, and offering a wide range of exciting roles across sales, aftersales, and technical teams. We are proud to invest in our people, and we reward commitment, flexibility, and results with a competitive salary and a leading benefits package.

Benefits Package Includes:

• Joining Bonus:
  Welcome Bonus – Receive £500 upon joining and another £500 after successful probation.
• No weekend working:
  Occasional overtime available at site agreed rate
• Staff Perks:
  Discounts on personal services and large referral bonuses for recommendations of staff.
• Annual Leave: 24 days of annual leave increasing to 27 with length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Employee Discount Portal:
  Access to hundreds of savings through our exclusive reward gateway.
• Family-Friendly Policies:
  Family and friends discounts on services and referral schemes.
• Health & Wellbeing Support:
  Medicare cash plan covering employees and their children, providing same-day online GP access and support for health, wellbeing, and dental care
• Training & Development:
  Ongoing training, professional development support, and upskilling initiatives, including specialist manufacturer training where applicable.

About the Role – Vehicle Technician/Prep Tech/Diagnostic Technician

This is an exciting opportunity to become an essential member of our service team. Whether you’re joining our technical, sales, customer service, or management teams, your role will be central to delivering our high standards of service and customer satisfaction.

Usual Duties for a Vehicle Technician include:

• Diagnose and repair vehicle faults, including complex systems where required.
• Deliver work to the highest quality and fix issues first time to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Communicate clearly with customers and colleagues.
• Maintain accurate records and complete video vehicle health checks where applicable.
• Assist colleagues with training and mentoring (where role relevant).
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

What We’re Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are passionate, reliable, and driven to grow with us. The ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant qualifications (Dependent on role applied for: NVQ Level 3 in Light Motor Vehicle Repair / MOT Testing Licence / Master Technician brand specific qualifications + Fully EV Trained).
• A passion for customer service and teamwork.
• A proactive approach to learning, especially around new technologies like EVs and hybrids (where applicable).
• Strong diagnostic, problem-solving, or communication skills tailored to the nature of the role.
• Previous experience in a similar position is required.

Inclusion & Equality

Drive Motor Retail is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive environment for all employees, ensuring fair treatment regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background.