Octane Recruitment – Automotive Recruitment

Posted: 26/11/2025
Job Ref: 29457

Vehicle Technician

Location: Gateshead
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 29457

Job Description

Vehicle Technician
Location: Oxford
Salary: Between £31,000 - £47,780 plus bonus and sign-on incentive
Hours: Flexible Working No Weekends
Ref: 29457

We’re recruiting for a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our client's growing team in Oxford. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career with an employer that invests heavily in training, development, and long-term progression.

Employee Benefits
  • Flexible Monday–Friday Working
  • Generous Annual Leave
  • Sign-On & Retention Bonuses
  • Full Manufacturer & EV Training
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave

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

Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining a supportive team where your skills as a Vehicle Technician are recognised, rewarded, and developed. With clear career pathways and opportunities for progression across a nationwide network, this is the perfect place to advance your career.

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and discover what’s possible for a dedicated Vehicle Technician like you.

Consultant: Liam Bolton – Octane Recruitment
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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 Service, Aftersales and Parts - Service Advisor, Warranty Advisor, Warranty Administrator, Aftersales Advisor, Service Team Manager, Senior Service Advisor, Service Manager, Aftersales Manager, Parts Advisor, Parts Administrator, Parts Supervisor, Parts Managers.

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.