Octane Recruitment
Service Technician
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Vehicle Technician
Location: Reading
Salary: £42,845 basic per annum plus bonus and overtime, OTE £50,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 45 hours, Saturday mornings on a rota
Reference: 30240
My client, a well established and reputable main dealership, is recruiting an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their friendly and professional aftersales team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer approved workshop, benefiting from high standards, structured processes, and a strong focus on training and development. The role offers long term stability, varied day to day work, and clear progression opportunities within a successful dealership group.
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Benefits for Vehicle Technician:
- Starting salary competitive within the industry or Attractive starting salary
- Company pension scheme
- Generous holiday allowance
Role Overview Vehicle Technician:
- Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance
- Diagnose faults and perform fault finding
- Repair and replace brakes, suspension, and clutch components
- Cambelt replacement
Requirements Vehicle Technician:
- At least one year's experience in a workshop environment
- Minimum Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
- Strong mechanical skills
- Reliable work history with consistent attendance
- Own a well stocked toolbox appropriate for workshop duties
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Consultant: Jack Adams Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
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