Posted: 02/10/2026
Job Ref: 31664
Vehicle Technician - Salford
Job Description
My client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician, 3+ years workshop experience, ideally an MOT Tester also but not essential, Level 3 qualified with proof of qualification & a Full UK licenseVehicle Technician - Salford
Salary – Up to £40,000 Basic + 1.5k sign on bonus + Efficiency Bonus + Overtime DOE & Qualifications
Days – Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 5pm, Saturday mornings on a rota
Ref – 31664
We have a new job vacancy available for a Vehicle Technician in Salford. My client is one of the UK's leading main dealer groups in the area and they're looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician wanting to join a great team! This is a great opportunity for a Vehicle Technician looking to work for and alongside one of the best in the industry, so if you’re currently on the lookout then apply now!
Vehicle Technician Benefits:
- 1.5k sign on bonus!
- Excellent Efficiency Bonus Opportunities
- Company Car Scheme: Enjoy the opportunity to access up to two company branded vehicles with insurance, servicing and breakdown & tyre cover included!
- Company Discounts: Exclusive discounts on new cars and a range of aftersales services, including MOT, body shop, parts, services, and tyres.
- Annual Holiday: Start with 22 days of annual leave, which increases to 26 with continued service + bank holidays
- Toolbox Insurance
- In house training opportunities for career progression
- Pension: Benefit from a generous employer pension contribution of up to 7%
- Paid sick leave
Vehicle Technician Role:
- Carry out servicing and maintenance of all vehicles
- Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters
- Department of Transport (MOT) testing duties (if qualified)
Vehicle Technician Requirements:
- Full UK driving license
- NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or Mechanical Engineering level 3 (or equivalent). We will also consider a level 2 if you have main dealership experience
- MOT License is beneficial but not essential
Octane Recruitment
Consultant – Al-amin Abiru
AAVT
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.