Octane Recruitment – Automotive Recruitment

Posted: 08/01/2026
Job Ref: 29759

Vehicle Technician

Location: Northampton
Salary: £31,536 - £39,500
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 29759

Job Description

Vehicle Technician
Location: Northampton
Salary: up to £31,536 basic per annum, plus bonus and overtime, OTE up to £39,500
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday with the potential for overtime on Saturday
Reference: 29759

My client is recruiting an experienced Vehicle Technician in the Northampton area. This rewarding role offers a supportive environment and clear career progression.

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: Daniel Ford – Octane Recruitment
VTMDL

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.