Octane Recruitment – Automotive Recruitment

Posted: 27/01/2026
Job Ref: 29877

Service Technician

Location: Reading
Salary: £35,000 - £42,500
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 29877

Job Description

Service Technician
Location: Reading
Salary: up to £35,000 basic per annum plus bonus, OTE £42,500
Hours: 45 hours per week, including Saturday mornings on a rota.
Reference: 29877

 

My client, a well established and reputable main dealership, is recruiting an experienced Service Technician to join their friendly and professional aftersales team in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, manufacturer approved workshop, benefiting from high standards, structured processes, and a strong focus on training and development. The role offers long term stability, varied day to day work, and clear progression opportunities within a successful dealership group.


Benefits for Service Technicians
•    Starting salary competitive within the industry
•    Company pension scheme
•    Generous holiday allowance

Role Overview – Service Technician
•    Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance
•    Diagnose faults and perform fault finding
•    Repair and replace brakes, suspension, and clutch components
•    Cambelt replacement

Requirements – Service Technician
•    At least one year’s experience in a workshop environment
•    Minimum Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
•    Strong mechanical skills
•    Reliable work history with consistent attendance
•    Own a well stocked toolbox appropriate for workshop duties

How to Apply
If you are interested in this Service Technician vacancy, please send your CV and we will be in touch upon receipt.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment
VTSTH

Octane Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.

Octane Recruitment covers 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.