Vehicle Technician

Advertised by Octane Recruitment

Location
Dover
Salary
£40,000 - £50,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Automotive/Aerospace
Posted
30 October 2026
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Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician or Car Technician to join a busy main dealership in Dover. Applicants must have at least two years' experience as a Vehicle Technician, hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, possess a valid MOT Tester Licence and have a Full UK Driving Licence.

Location: Dover
Salary: Up to £40,000 Basic + Benefits
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:30pm (30-minute lunch), plus 1 in 3 Saturdays

Why Apply?
  • Up to £40,000 Basic Salary
  • 30 Days Holiday Including Bank Holidays, Increasing with Service
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee Discounts on New and Used Vehicles
  • Discounted Servicing, Repairs and Aftersales Products
  • Digital GP and Wellbeing Support
  • Employee Recognition and Long Service Awards
  • Ongoing Manufacturer Training and Career Progression
Vehicle Technician Role
  • Carry out vehicle servicing, maintenance and repairs to manufacturer standards
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults
  • Complete vehicle health checks and inspections
  • Carry out MOT testing in line with DVSA regulations
  • Conduct road tests before and after repairs where required
  • Maintain accurate workshop records and job cards
  • Work closely with Service Advisors and the Workshop Controller to maintain workshop efficiency
Vehicle Technician Requirements
  • Minimum two years' experience as a Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician or Car Technician
  • Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)
  • Valid MOT Tester Licence
  • Strong mechanical servicing, maintenance and diagnostic skills
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a workshop team
  • Excellent attention to detail and high standards of workmanship

How to Apply?
If you're interested in this Vehicle Technician vacancy in Dover, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Robert Samuels – Octane Recruitment
RSVT

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.

If this Vehicle Technician role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Automotive Technician, Car Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, MOT Tester, Diagnostic Technician, Master Technician, Service Technician and Senior Vehicle Technician roles across the UK.

Reference 225782661

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