Octane Recruitment
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Vehicle Technician Stafford
Salary £34,000 £36,000 Basic | £45,000+ OTE | Uncapped Bonus | Paid Overtime
Monday to Friday 8:30 - 5pm and 1 in 3 Saturdays
MOT Testers receive an additional £125 per month
Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for a busy workshop where you can earn well, receive strong support, and be recognized for the work you put in?
We are recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join a successful main dealership in Stafford. This is a great opportunity for a technician from either a main dealer or independent background who wants strong earning potential, manufacturer training, and genuine long-term progression.
Why work for us?
You'll be joining a busy, well-run workshop with a steady flow of work and strong Service Advisor support, giving you the opportunity to maximize your productivity and bonus earnings.
Alongside a basic salary of up to £36,000, there is an uncapped bonus with realistic earnings of £45,000+, plus paid overtime. You'll also receive ongoing manufacturer training, excellent benefits, and clear opportunities to progress your career.
Vehicle Technician Benefits
- £34,000 £36,000 basic salary, depending on experience
- Realistic £45,000+ OTE
- Uncapped bonus scheme
- Paid overtime, including Saturdays
- Additional £125 per month for MOT-qualified Technicians
- 31 days holiday, rising to 33 with service
- Paid birthday off
- Company pension scheme
- On-site parking
- Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts, and labor
- Retail and lifestyle discounts
- Healthcare benefits and cash-plan options
- Ongoing manufacturer training
- Excellent career progression opportunities
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Vehicle Technician Role
As a Vehicle Technician, your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out vehicle servicing and routine maintenance
- Completing mechanical and electrical repairs to manufacturer standards
- Diagnosing faults using modern diagnostic equipment
- Completing repairs efficiently while maintaining a high standard of workmanship
- Carrying out electronic vehicle health checks and identifying additional work
- Accurately recording work completed and updating relevant job documentation
- Working closely with Service Advisors and the wider workshop team
- Ensuring all work is completed safely and in accordance with workshop procedures
Vehicle Technician Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
- Previous experience working as a Vehicle Technician / Mechanic
- Main dealership or independent garage experience considered
- MOT Tester licence advantageous but not essential
- Strong servicing, maintenance, and repair skills
- Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability
- Ability to work efficiently within a busy workshop
- Strong attention to detail and pride in your workmanship
- Full UK driving licence
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This Vehicle Technician opportunity offers an excellent combination of a strong basic salary, uncapped bonus, paid overtime, and a consistently busy workshop. With manufacturer training and clear progression opportunities available, it's an ideal role for someone looking to develop their career and maximize their earning potential.
To apply for this Vehicle Technician position, please submit your CV or contact Octane Recruitment for more information.
- Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centers, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centers, and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
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