PDI Vehicle Technician
| Posting date: | 16 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £34,000 to £38,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Plus company benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 February 2026 |
| Location: | Cheltenham, South West, GL2 9QJ |
| Company: | Octane Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 58945777 |
Summary
PDI Vehicle Technician
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 basic, £37,000 OTE (Uncapped)
Hours: Monday to Friday 45 hours, 1 in 3 Saturday mornings on rota
Ref: 27989
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join our clients workshop based in Cheltenham. They are part of a nationwide company with a fantastic reputation for progression.
The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in renowned company renowned for offering excellent progression for their employees along with offering fantastic benefits.
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.
Vehicle Technician company benefits:
- 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service
- Colleague referral fee up to £2,000
- Pension scheme
- Free life assurance equivalent to twice your salary
- Discounted service, parts and bodyshop services
- Loyalty, Above & Beyond and Long Service awards
- Free eye Care vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme
PDI Vehicle Technician Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Vehicle Technicians to perform service maintenance and repairs
- Conduct safety inspections, oil changes, lubrication work, basic maintenance, and minor repairs as directed
- Replenish consumables as requested by technicians or the Service Manager
- Operate all tools and equipment safely and in accordance with guidelines
- Attend training sessions and departmental meetings
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment while upholding the high standards of a main dealership
PDI Vehicle Technician Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or higher
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a vehicle technician
- Competence using modern diagnostic equipment
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong team player with the ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this PDI Technician vacancy, then please submit your CV and I will contact you on receipt.
All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
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.
Location: Cheltenham
Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 basic, £37,000 OTE (Uncapped)
Hours: Monday to Friday 45 hours, 1 in 3 Saturday mornings on rota
Ref: 27989
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Vehicle Technician to join our clients workshop based in Cheltenham. They are part of a nationwide company with a fantastic reputation for progression.
The successful candidate will be responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in renowned company renowned for offering excellent progression for their employees along with offering fantastic benefits.
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.
Vehicle Technician company benefits:
- 25 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays) increasing with length of service
- Colleague referral fee up to £2,000
- Pension scheme
- Free life assurance equivalent to twice your salary
- Discounted service, parts and bodyshop services
- Loyalty, Above & Beyond and Long Service awards
- Free eye Care vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme
PDI Vehicle Technician Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Vehicle Technicians to perform service maintenance and repairs
- Conduct safety inspections, oil changes, lubrication work, basic maintenance, and minor repairs as directed
- Replenish consumables as requested by technicians or the Service Manager
- Operate all tools and equipment safely and in accordance with guidelines
- Attend training sessions and departmental meetings
- Thrive in a fast-paced environment while upholding the high standards of a main dealership
PDI Vehicle Technician Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, or higher
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a vehicle technician
- Competence using modern diagnostic equipment
- Full UK driving licence
- Strong team player with the ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing priorities
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this PDI Technician vacancy, then please submit your CV and I will contact you on receipt.
All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
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.