Octane Recruitment – Automotive Recruitment

Posted: 02/03/2026
Job Ref: 30133

Vehicle Technician

Location: Godstone
Salary: £36,000
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 30133

Job Description

Vehicle Technician
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: up to £45,000 basic per annum, DOE
Hours:
8:30am until 5pm Monday to Friday
Reference: 30133

My client, an established and reputable independent garage, is recruiting an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their friendly and professional team in Eastbourne. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well run, customer focused workshop that takes pride in quality workmanship and a supportive working environment. The role offers long term stability, varied day to day work, and genuine scope for development within a growing independent business.

Benefits for Vehicle Technicians
•    Starting salary competitive within the industry or Attractive starting salary
•    Company pension scheme
•    Generous holiday allowance

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

Requirements – Vehicle 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 Vehicle Technician vacancy, please send your CV and we will be in touch upon receipt.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Michael Rogers – Octane Recruitment
MRVT

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.