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MOT Tester

Job details
Posting date: 28 April 2026
Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 28 May 2026
Location: Wallingford, Home Counties, OX10 9LG
Company: Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 59798987

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Summary

Exciting Opportunity for an MOT Tester in Wallingford!

Our client, a reputable family-run independent service centre based in Wallingford, is seeking an experienced MOT Tester to join their well-established workshop. Since 1983, they have been recognised for delivering high-quality services and excellent customer care. This is an excellent chance for a skilled MOT Tester to progress within a supportive team environment and further develop their career.

Benefits for the successful MOT Tester:

- Competitive salary between £30,000 and £45,000 per annum, negotiable based on experience
- Monthly workshop performance bonus (approximately £5,000 per annum)
- 30 days annual leave, including bank holidays
- In-house training and professional development programmes
- Optional overtime opportunities
- Workplace pension scheme
- Stable, long-standing local business with prestigious industry reputation
- Regular weekday hours from 8:00am to 5:30pm, with two 30-minute breaks

Duties of the MOT Tester:

- Conduct MOT tests on customer vehicles in accordance with Ministry standards
- Diagnose vehicle faults and perform associated servicing and repairs
- Adhere to all safety and quality standards during testing and repairs
- Assist with general workshop duties as necessary to support workshop operations
- Communicate effectively with team members to ensure efficient workflow
- Maintain accurate records of all work carried out
- Keep abreast of the latest MOT legislation and vehicle repair techniques

Requirements needed of the MOT Tester:

- Valid Class 4 and Class 7 MOT testing licences
- UK driving licence with minimal points
- Ideally hold IMI/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- Alternatively, extensive vehicle mechanic experience with an active MOT licence
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure and to deadlines
- Good attention to detail and commitment to quality work

Contact Sarena Abbott, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Wallingford and the surrounding region, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity.

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