Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician

Location

Dover

Salary

Up to £40,000 Basic + Benefits

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm (30-minute lunch), plus 1 in 3 Saturdays

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We are currently recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join a busy and well-established main dealership in Dover. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of one of the UK's largest dealer groups, offering outstanding training, excellent employee benefits and genuine long-term career progression within a supportive, people-focused environment.

Vehicle Technician Benefits

• Company pension
• Life assurance
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Employee discounts on new and used vehicles
• Discounted servicing, repairs and aftersales products
• Wellbeing support including Digital GP, flu vaccinations and My Health Advantage app
• People First Recognition Schemes
• Long Service Awards
• Sales Development Programme
• Ongoing manufacturer training and career development
• Family-focused working environment

Vehicle Technician Role

• Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs to manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Conduct vehicle health checks and inspections.
• Carry out road tests before and after repairs where required.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Complete workshop paperwork and job cards accurately.
• Work collaboratively with the Workshop Controller and Service Advisors to maintain an efficient workflow.
• Deliver excellent customer service and maintain high standards of workmanship at all times.

Vehicle Technician Requirements

• Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualification (or equivalent).
• Valid MOT Tester Licence.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician.
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical repair skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and customer service.

Please note all applications will be handled confidentially.

Consultant – Robert Samuels

Octane Recruitment

RSVT

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