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Vehicle Technician (Senior/Mid-Level) – Southend-on-Sea

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Job description

Salary: Up to £60,000 OTE (uncapped earning potential – DOE) + Welcome Bonus

Are you a Vehicle Technician looking to join a modern, professional workshop where your skills are valued and rewarded?

We are working with a highly regarded automotive retailer seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their aftersales team. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical expertise, work with industry-leading manufacturer training programmes, and be part of a collaborative workshop environment.

The Opportunity

As a Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality maintenance, servicing, diagnostics and repair work, ensuring vehicles are maintained to the highest standards of safety and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair work in line with manufacturer standards
  • Diagnose and resolve mechanical and electrical faults efficiently
  • Conduct vehicle inspections and identify wear, damage, or required repairs
  • Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales
  • Provide technical guidance and support where required
  • Work closely with service advisors and workshop controllers to ensure excellent customer outcomes
  • Maintain high levels of health, safety and housekeeping within the workshop

About You

  • NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
  • Experienced Level 2 Technicians with a dealership background will also be considered
  • Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills
  • Good understanding of vehicle safety standards and repair procedures
  • Ability to work efficiently while maintaining excellent attention to detail
  • Team-oriented approach with strong communication skills
  • MOT Licence advantageous but not essential
  • Full UK Driving Licence required

What’s on Offer?

  • Up to £60,000 OTE with uncapped bonus potential
  • Welcome bonus available for experienced technicians
  • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Manufacturer training and ongoing career development
  • Employee discount schemes and retail savings
  • Discounts on vehicle purchases and servicing
  • Healthcare and wellbeing support
  • Life assurance
  • Employee referral incentives
  • Flexible working options available
  • Additional employee benefits package

If you’re an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for your next challenge in a supportive and progressive automotive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

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Job reference

ATR_41581

Location

Southend-on-Sea

, 

Essex

Type

Permanent

Salary

Up to £60,000 per annum

Job expires

2026-07-30

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Autotech Recruit specialises in providing experienced vehicle technicians, MOT testers, service advisors and parts advisors on a temporary or permanent basis to the automotive aftermarket.

Trusted by a wide range of clients including dealerships, national retail groups, independent garages, and government organisations throughout the UK, we are your partner in aftermarket talent.

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