Octane Recruitment Ltd

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Nottingham NG5 6BN

Key information

Pay
£36,000 to £42,500 a year
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
27 Oct 2026
Closing date
25 Nov 2026

About this role

We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician, MOT Tester, Automotive Technician or Motor Vehicle Technician to join a busy main dealership in Nottingham. Applicants must have previous vehicle servicing and repair experience, with strong mechanical and diagnostic skills. A current MOT Tester Licence is required to carry out MOT testing.

Location

Nottingham

Salary

Up to £36,000 basic per annum, plus bonus and overtime

OTE

Up to £42,500 per annum

Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm

Why Apply?

  • £42,500 OTE
  • Monday to Friday Working
  • No Scheduled Weekend Working
  • Main Dealership Workshop Environment

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester Role

  • Carry out vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs
  • Complete MOT testing in accordance with DVSA regulations where qualified
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
  • Carry out vehicle health checks and safety inspections
  • Identify additional repair and maintenance requirements
  • Complete accurate job cards and workshop documentation
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship and Health & Safety

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician or Car Technician
  • Strong servicing, maintenance and repair skills
  • Good diagnostic and mechanical fault-finding ability
  • Current MOT Tester Licence required for MOT testing duties
  • Ability to work efficiently within a busy workshop
  • Strong attention to detail and teamwork skills

How to Apply

If you're interested in this Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester vacancy in Nottingham, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will contact you.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant

Kalum Green - Octane Recruitment

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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