Octane Recruitment Ltd

Vehicle Technician

ST16 2DT

Key information

Pay
£37,000 to £41,230 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
4 Oct 2026
Closing date
2 Nov 2026

About this role

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic – Stafford

We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, Automotive Technician or Motor Vehicle Technician to join a busy dealership workshop in Stafford. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK. Dealership and independent garage experience will both be considered.

Job Details Vehicle Technician

Location

Stafford

Salary

£34,000 basic + £3,000 Productivity Bonus + uncapped Time Saved Bonus

OTE

Up to £41,230+ uncapped

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, plus 1 in 3 Saturdays, 8:30am–12:30pm

Contract

Permanent, Full-Time

Reference

31662

Why Apply?

  • OTE up to £41,230+ with uncapped earning potential
  • £3,000 Productivity Bonus
  • Uncapped Time Saved Bonus Scheme
  • Monday to Friday with only 1 in 3 Saturday mornings
  • Manufacturer-accredited technical training
  • Hybrid and Electric Vehicle training
  • Structured pay scales and career progression
  • Annual leave increasing with service
  • Enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity leave
  • 24/7 GP and wellbeing support
  • Dental and critical illness insurance options
  • Flexible Life Assurance
  • Gym, retail, lifestyle and technology discounts

Vehicle Technician Role

  • Carry out servicing and routine vehicle maintenance to required standards
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
  • Complete vehicle health checks using diagnostic equipment
  • Carry out authorised repair and warranty work
  • Road test vehicles following repairs
  • Complete job cards and workshop documentation accurately
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and workshop safety

Vehicle Technician Requirements

  • Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent
  • Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Mechanic, Automotive Technician or Car Technician
  • Dealership or independent garage experience
  • Strong servicing, repair and diagnostic skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Previous manufacturer experience is advantageous but not essential

How to ApplyIf you're interested in this Vehicle Technician vacancy, please apply with your CV and one of our consultants will contact you upon receipt.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant

Billy Olivier – Octane Recruitment

Reference

31662

Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.

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