Vehicle Technician – £36,000 to £42,000 per annum Overtime & Shift Allowance Location: Basildon Job Type: Full-time, Permanent A leading independent specialist is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join their team within a well-established commercial and prestige vehicle operation. This role offers excellent earning potential, training opportunities, and a supportive working environment. The Role As a Technician, you will be responsible for a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair duties, including: * Carrying out vehicle inspections to DVSA standards * Performing routine servicing and repair work on vans * Conducting electrical and mechanical diagnostics using specialist diagnostic software * Undertaking occasional offsite inspections, diagnostics, and repairs, with some direct customer contact The Person We are looking for a fully qualified and skilled Technician with recognised industry qualifications (City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent). The ideal candidate will demonstrate: * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * The ability to use computer devices and diagnostic software confidently * A proactive approach, able to work independently as well as within a team * High standards of quality, health & safety, and housekeeping * Willingness to undertake ongoing training and stay up to date with vehicle technologies * A valid UK driving licence (essential) Working Hours * Rotating shifts: * 6:00am – 2:30pm (Monday–Friday) * 1:30pm – 10:00pm (Monday–Friday) * Saturday mornings (7:00am – 12:00pm) on a rota basis, paid at overtime rate What’s on Offer * Competitive salary of £36,000 – £42,000 per year (DOE), plus shift allowance * Overtime opportunities (evenings & weekends) * 21 days holiday (including your birthday) bank holidays * Company pension scheme * Additional employee benefits including: * Discounts & incentive schemes * Cycle to work programme * Free flu jabs * Free parking * Mentoring and training opportunities * Company events If you are interested, please apply today