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