Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician – Chesterfield
Salary: Up to £41,870 Basic + Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications + £4,000 Sign‑On Bonus
Days: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week, No Weekends
Ref: 31185

Benefits:
£4,000 sign‑on bonus
Competitive Vehicle Technician salary packages (up to £41,870 depending on level)
40‑hour week with no weekend work
33 days’ holiday, rising to 37 with service
Manufacturer training including EV & electrical pathways
Tool insurance & preferential service rates
Share incentive & pension scheme
Online rewards platform with cashback & retail discounts
Colleague vehicle purchase scheme
Flexible working arrangements where applicable
Vehicle Technician Opportunity
A great opportunity for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a modern, well‑equipped workshop supporting premium vehicles built around performance, capability and advanced technology. This role suits a Vehicle Technician who takes pride in precision, quality workmanship and first‑time fixes.
You’ll work across servicing, diagnostics, complex repairs and EV/hybrid technology, supported by ongoing manufacturer training designed to keep you at the forefront of technical development.

What You’ll Be Doing
Carrying out maintenance and repairs with precision and attention to detail
Diagnosing, repairing and servicing vehicles to premium brand standards
Applying technical expertise to routine, diagnostic and complex repairs
Delivering quality results that build customer trust and satisfaction
What You’ll Need
City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2/3 Light Vehicle qualification (or equivalent)
Current hands‑on experience as a Vehicle Technician
Your own tools
Full UK driving licenceAccreditation pathways are available, including EV training and progression routes from Level 2 through to Level 4 for experienced or Master Technician‑level applicants.

Why Join?You’ll be part of a high‑performing workshop environment with clear progression routes, structured manufacturer training and the chance to develop specialist knowledge across diagnostics, hybrid, plug‑in hybrid and battery‑electric systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Vehicle Technician seeking stability, development and long‑term career growth.

Consultant: Kalum Green – Octane Recruitment
KGVT 31185

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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed