Job Title: MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician – Newton Abbot
📍 Location: Newton Abbot
💰 Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 OTE
🕔 Hours: Full-time, 5 days per week (No Sundays!)
🚗 About the Role We are recruiting on behalf of the UK’s largest automotive service, maintenance and repair business, based in Newton Abbot. They are seeking a qualified MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician to join a thriving and friendly team in their busy Autocentre / Service Department.
As an MOT Tester & Vehicle Technician, you will carry out MOT tests, vehicle servicing, inspections, repairs, and maintenance on a wide range of vehicles. You’ll also support general workshop duties when not performing MOTs.
✅ Key Responsibilities:
Carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards (Class 4, 5 or 7)
Perform routine servicing, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs on a variety of makes and models
Support team members in general workshop tasks
Deliver high-quality workmanship with excellent attention to detail
Adhere to health and safety and compliance regulations🔧 Requirements:
MOT Testing Licence (current and valid)
IMI/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
(accepted: City & Guilds Level 3, Level 2 with experience, Automotive qualifications)
Previous experience in a main dealer, independent garage, car supermarket, or service centre
Full UK Driving Licence (with fewer than 9 points)
Experience working on LCVs or cars
Hybrid / EV trained is an advantage (training provided if not)🎁 Benefits:
6 weeks’ annual leave (including bank holidays)
Up to 50% off garage services and 25% off products in retail stores
Discounts on major retailers, groceries, insurance, days out, and more
Family & Friends Discount Events
Join the Share Save scheme – 20% off company shares
Health Cash Plan – reclaim costs for dental, optical, and more
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📩 Apply Now! If you’re a qualified MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician looking for a new challenge in Newton Abbot, apply today and join one of the UK’s leading names in the automotive sector