Holt Recruitment

Vehicle Technician

Job Title: Vehicle Technician – Automotive Service Centre – Paignton
📍 Location: Paignton
💰 Salary: £28,577 – £35,000 per annum
💸 Bonus: Uncapped average bonus of £4,800/year (potential to earn more!)
🕒 Hours: 5 days per week (Centre closed on Sundays)

🔧 About the Role We are working in partnership with the UK’s largest automotive service, maintenance, and repair group to recruit a skilled Vehicle Technician / Mechanic for their busy service centre in Paignton.
You’ll be joining a professional workshop environment that offers excellent long-term career prospects, regular training, and a competitive bonus scheme.

✅ Your Responsibilities Will Include:

- Performing diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work on a wide range of vehicles
- Conducting more complex repair work including clutches, timing belts, injectors, head gaskets, and more
- Servicing vehicle electrics, steering, brakes, and suspension systems
- Working efficiently while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance
- Delivering great customer service and clear communication within the team

🔍 Key Requirements:

- Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
OR proven time-served technician experience - Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points
- Confident with diagnostic tools and experienced in complex repairs
- MOT Testing qualification is a plus (training can be provided)
- Experience in an Autocentre, dealership, or independent garage environment

🎁 Benefits & Perks:

- 5.6 weeks\' annual leave
- Up to 50% off garage services and 25% discount in retail stores
- Discounts on groceries, insurance, days out, tech, fashion & more
- Health Cash Plan – claim back costs for healthcare and wellbeing
- 24/7 GP access (364 days/year)
- Share Save Scheme – 20% off company shares
- Pension Scheme & Life Assurance
- Career development including Hybrid/EV training, ATA, and MOT Tester qualifications

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📩 Apply Now If you're an experienced Vehicle Technician or Mechanic looking for an exciting new role in Paignton, apply today and take your automotive career to the next level!


  • Start: 22/05/2025
  • Rate: £35000 per annum, Benefits: Bonus
  • Location: Paignton,England
  • Type: Permanent
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Recruiter: Holt Recruitment
  • Contact: Rachael Mortimer
  • Tel: 44 (0)1202 552915
  • Email: to view click here
  • Reference: RM-9258583-15
  • Posted: 2025-05-22 09:14:05 -

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