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Posted: 12/09/2025
Job Ref: 29012

Vehicle Technician

Location: Colchester
Salary: £30,000 - £51,600
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 29012

Job Description

Vehicle Technician
Location: Colchester
Salary: £30,000–£45,000 + OTE up to £6,600 (+ £2,000 EV Qualification Bonus)
Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:30pm, Saturdays on rota 8:00am–1:00pm (1 in 3 as overtime)

We’re looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician / Mechanic to join our busy workshop. As a Vehicle Technician, you’ll work alongside skilled colleagues, carrying out vehicle health checks, servicing, and repairs to the highest standards. You’ll use the latest diagnostic technology and have the opportunity to develop your skills with Hybrid & Electric vehicle training.
Your responsibilities as a Vehicle Technician will include:
  • Conducting thorough vehicle health checks using modern diagnostic tools
  • Performing vehicle servicing in line with manufacturer guidelines
  • Carrying out authorised repairs and warranty work
  • Road testing vehicles to ensure all issues are resolved
  • Completing all relevant documentation accurately
We’re looking for a qualified Vehicle Technician or experienced Mechanic with:
  • NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Ambition, reliability, and a team-focused attitude
This is an excellent opportunity for a Vehicle Technician seeking career progression, manufacturer-accredited training, and the chance to expand your expertise in EVs and advanced diagnostics.
If you are a skilled Vehicle Technician looking to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you!
VTMDL
Consultant: Liam Bolton 
Octane Recruitment are a leading Recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.
We are recruiting across the UK for Car Sales Executive, Trainee Car Sales Executive, Commercial Sales Executive, Sales Experts, Business Manager, Transaction Manager, Sales Controller, Sales Manager, General Sales Manager, Fleet Sales Executives, BDM, Business Development Manager, Sales Administrator. 
Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments.