Vehicle Technician

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, or Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with 3 years’ experience, for one of the UK’s leading automotive retail groups, working on a wide range of vehicles. Great salary, benefits, overtime and bonus opportunities.

Must have the right to work in the UK and a full UK driving licence.

Location: Kentish Town, London
Salary: Up to £45,675 basic per annum, plus bonus, allowance and overtime, OTE £60,000+
Working Hours: 39.5 Hours per week, three-week rotating shift pattern, 1 in 3 Saturdays

Benefits:

OTE up to £60,000 with overtime.
Late shift allowance of £90.21 per week.
Saturday supplement of £53.66 per shift.
Sunday supplement of £107.33 per shift (where applicable).
£1,500 welcome bonus (subject to terms).
22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
Holiday entitlement increases with length of service.
Option to purchase additional annual leave.
Excellent company pension scheme.
Manufacturer and in-house training.
Structured career development programme.
Fully equipped modern workshop.
PPE and workwear provided.
Employee discounts on shopping, travel, technology and leisure. 
Company
We are recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Technician to join one of the UK's largest commercial fleets based in North London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation offering long-term job security, outstanding training and excellent earning potential. Working in a modern workshop, you'll maintain a diverse fleet of light and heavy commercial vehicles, including electric vehicles, using the latest tooling and equipment.
 
Skills and experience

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
Previous experience working as an HGV Technician, LCV Technician or Commercial Vehicle Technician. 
Job Responsibilities for the Vehicle Technician role

Carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs on a fleet of light and heavy commercial vehicles.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults using the latest diagnostic equipment.
Complete vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance.
Repair trailers and associated mechanical equipment.
Ensure all work is completed safely and to the highest standards.
Use specialist workshop equipment and tooling.
Work effectively within a busy workshop team whilst maintaining accurate job records. 

Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
Own tools required.
HGV licence and trailer experience desirable but not essential.
Full UK Manual Driving Licence.
Flexible to work a rotating shift pattern. 
If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or simply want a Job Pack with more details, please apply.
 
Consultant: Robert Samuels – Octane Recruitment
RSVT
 
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.
 
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