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Vehicle Technician

Job details
Posting date: 02 January 2026
Salary: £40,000 to £45,000 per year
Additional salary information: Employee Benefits
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 01 February 2026
Location: Ipswich, Anglia, IP3 9BE
Company: Octane Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 58807465

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Summary

Vehicle Technician
Location: Ipswich
Salary: £35,000 Basic OTE £45,000

Are you a skilled Vehicle Technician looking to take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking automotive business in Chelmsford? This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing workshop where your expertise is valued, rewarded, and developed.

Why join us?

- Basic salary up to £35,000 with uncapped earning potential
- Typical on-target earnings of £40,000 – £45,000 for a Vehicle Technician
- 3-month guaranteed bonus when you join
- Excellent benefits package including pension, life assurance, 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), and exclusive employee discounts on vehicles, leasing, and aftersales services
- Clear career progression with dedicated manufacturer-backed training, including EV training, MOT qualification, and F-Gas certification
- You’ll work in a modern, well-equipped workshop alongside experienced leaders who are committed to supporting your development and helping you build outstanding technical and product knowledge as a Vehicle Technician.

What we’re looking for:

- Level 3 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong technical ability to safely and confidently carry out repairs and servicing
- Experience working to high quality standards, ideally within a franchised or structured workshop environment
- Confidence using modern workshop systems and diagnostic equipment
- A genuine passion for the automotive industry and delivering excellent customer outcomes as a Vehicle Technician

What we can offer you:

- 33 days annual leave, plus an extra day off for your birthday
- Industry-leading family leave policies
- A paid volunteering day each year
- Recognition of long-service milestones
- Tailored training and long-term career development
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to a wide range of high street discounts

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Consultant: Liam Bolton
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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