Octane Recruitment – Automotive Recruitment

Posted: 04/02/2026
Job Ref: 29937

Service Technician

Location: Peterborough
Salary: £36,557 - £44,250
Sector: Workshop
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: 29937

Job Description

Service Technician
Location:
Peterborough
Salary: up to £36,557 basic per annum plus bonus, OTE £44,250
Hours: 45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis
Reference: 29937

My client, a well-established and reputable main dealership, is recruiting an experienced Service Technician to join their friendly and professional aftersales team in Peterborough. 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 or Attractive starting salary
•    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: Jason Evans – Octane Recruitment
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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.