Maintenance Technician - Permanent/Full time

Location: Southampton (Romsey)

Salary: Up to £16.00 per hour plus bonus and overtime

Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week – No Mandatory Weekends

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Why Apply?

£1,500 Joining Bonus – £750 in First Month and £750 After Successful 90-Day Probation

Monday to Friday – No Mandatory Weekends

Optional Saturday Overtime at Enhanced Rates

Flexible Working Hours Between 7:00am and 6:00pm

25 Days Holiday Plus Bank Holidays

Birthday Off and Paid Volunteering Days

Regular Salary Reviews

Modern Workshop and Technical Support

Structured Training with Level 3 Qualification Progression

Maintenance Technician Role

Service, maintain and repair fleet and rental vehicles

Carry out brake, tyre, suspension and general mechanical repairs

Complete vehicle inspections and safety checks

Identify worn or damaged components and carry out necessary repairs

Replace parts in line with manufacturer and workshop standards

Complete accurate job cards and maintenance records

Road test vehicles when required and maintain workshop safety standards

Maintenance Technician Requirements

Minimum Level 2 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (NVQ, IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)

Previous practical workshop experience in vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs

Good knowledge of brakes, steering, suspension and vehicle inspections

Ability to work independently and within a workshop team

Full UK Driving Licence

Right to work in the UK

Willingness to undertake further technical training

How to Apply

If you're interested in this Maintenance Technician vacancy in Southampton (Romsey), please submit your CV and one of our consultants will be in touch.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: T'Don Kennedy – Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.

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