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Vehicle Technician
Southend
OTE £50,000 - £55,000
Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician looking to take the next step in your automotive career? We are looking for skilled, motivated, and practical individuals to join a growing dealership team in Southend, working with an exciting and expanding automotive brand.
This is an excellent opportunity for qualified Vehicle Technicians or Semi-Skilled Technicians with a Level 3 qualification to develop their skills in a rewarding environment with manufacturer training, excellent earning potential, and long-term career progression.
The Role
As a Vehicle Technician, you will be responsible for servicing, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing customer vehicles while ensuring work is completed to manufacturer and dealership standards.
Key Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing, maintenance, and repairs
• Diagnose faults using manufacturer diagnostic equipment
• Perform mechanical and electrical repairs efficiently and accurately
• Complete vehicle inspections and health checks
• Identify faults and provide effective repair solutions
• Deliver excellent customer service and explain vehicle issues where required
• Participate in ongoing in-house and manufacturer training programmes
• Maintain a safe, clean, and professional working environment

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds qualification in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
• Previous experience working as a Vehicle Technician or Mechanic
• Experience with diagnostics, servicing, and repairs
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment confidently
• MOT Tester licence desirable but not essential
• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
• Professional, reliable, and customer-focused approach
• Flexible attitude and willingness to learn and develop
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced workshop environment

Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Alternate Saturdays: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Salary & Benefits

• OTE £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
• Competitive basic salary
• Performance bonus and commission opportunities
• Manufacturer and in-house training
• Career progression opportunities
• On-site parking
• Permanent, full-time position

If you are a dedicated Vehicle Technician looking to join a supportive and rewarding automotive environment, we would love to hear from you.

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