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Vehicle Technician

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Posting date: 12 August 2025
Salary: £32,000 to £42,000 per year
Additional salary information: Plus company pension scheme
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 September 2025
Location: Cardiff, Wales, CF11 8UU
Company: Octane Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 57552569

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Summary

Vehicle Technician
Location: Cardiff
Salary: £28,000 to £36,000 basic depending on qualifications and exprience, £40,000 OTE (uncapped).
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5pm, 1 in 3 Saturdays on rota 8am - 12pm.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join our client’s workshop in Cardiff.

The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a main dealership. This is fantastic opportunity to join a familyrun company that pride themselves on creating a warm welcoming environment! This position requires a strong understanding of automotive systems and the ability to use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex problems. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cars and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Fantastic quarterly and yearly bonuses.

Company benefits:

- 31 days holiday per year
- Benefits platform with employee support programme
- Discounted rates of vehicle parts and servicing
- Opportunities for training and career progression
- Contributory pensions scheme
- Life insurance of 3 x salary

Vehicle Technician responsibilities:

- Diagnose and repair vehicle problems, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues
- Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections
- Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex issues
- Keep accurate records of all work performed and parts used
- Communicate with customers about vehicle issues and repair recommendations
- Maintain a clean and organised work area
- Keep up to date with the latest automotive technology and repair techniques

Vehicle Technician requirements:

- We are ideally looking for applicants to have Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance
- We will consider Level 2 qualified applciants but in thise case you must have at least five years of experience
- Applicants must have a full UK driving license

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and opportunities for growth and advancement. If you are a skilled and dedicated vehicle technician who is passionate about vehicles and committed to delivering high-quality work, please submit your resume for consideration.

All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Consultant - Daniel Ford - Octane Recruitment
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Octane reference: 28746

Octane Recruitment are 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 cover 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.

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