Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Ipswich
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Vehicle Technician – Ipswich
Salary: Competitive, plus bonus
Hours: Full-time
Licence Required: Full UK Driving Licence
Benefits: 25 days holiday (rising to 28 after 3 years), accredited training, staff discounts, EAP, onsite parking, pension, wellbeing programme
About the Role
A great opportunity has opened for an experienced vehicle technician to join a busy, well-established aftersales team in Ipswich. This role suits a vehicle technician who enjoys a varied workshop environment, takes pride in high standards, and delivers excellent customer service.
As a vehicle technician, you’ll carry out servicing, repairs, fault diagnosis and warranty work in line with manufacturer guidelines. You’ll be working independently within set timeframes, identifying defects, completing accurate job card write-ups, and ensuring all work meets safety and quality expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Service and maintain vehicles following manufacturer procedures and timescales
Carry out routine maintenance, repairs, fault finding and defect rectification
Identify worn components and report findings professionally for customer authorisation
Complete warranty repairs and associated documentation accurately
Follow workshop processes, codes of practice and Health & Safety standards
Work collaboratively with the wider service team to ensure smooth workflow
What We’re Looking For
City & Guilds / NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (essential)
MOT licence (desirable)
Strong diagnostic and problem-solving ability
Ability to work independently and within time constraints
Full UK Driving Licence (essential)
A positive, team-focused attitude
Benefits
Competitive salary + bonus
25 days holiday, rising to 28 after 3 years
Accredited manufacturer training
Staff discounts
Employment Assistance Programme
Onsite parking
Company pension
Health & wellbeing support
Consultant: Kalum Green – Octane Recruitment
KGVT 31336
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