Vehicle Technician
CV-LibrarySO14, Portswood, SouthamptonpermanentPosted: 17 March 2026
Apply NowOur client, a leading vehicle rental fleet company with over 35 years of experience, is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their team in Southampton. With a fleet exceeding 55,000 vehicles, including cars, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), and electric models from top brands such as Mercedes, Ford, Peugeot, and Vauxhall, this is a unique opportunity for a professional keen to work with a diverse range of vehicles within a fully equipped workshop environment.
As a Vehicle Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing vehicles efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction and safety. This position offers excellent career progression prospects within a reputable and expanding business.
Benefits:
* Competitive basic salary of up to £36,720, with an OTE of £42,660 including performance bonuses
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
* Company pension scheme and life assurance
* Tool insurance and access to a range of discounts on vehicle rentals, maintenance, and tyres
* Special discounts on mobile phone tariffs and accessories for you, friends, and family
* Flexible gym memberships and cashback deals with major retailers such as Tesco, Asda, and B&Q
* Share saver scheme and company uniform provided
* Christmas party contributions and ongoing development opportunities within a large, reputable group
Duties as a Vehicle Technician:
* Perform maintenance, servicing, and warranty work on a fleet of approximately 900 vehicles, including electric models
* Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults using diagnostic equipment
* Carry out repairs, parts replacements, and preventative maintenance to high standards
* Ensure all work complies with safety and quality procedures
* Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and ensure they are roadworthy and compliant
* Maintain accurate documentation of all work carried out
Requirements:
* Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in motor vehicle mechanics
* Proven experience working as a Vehicle Technician, ideally within a commercial or car dealership environment (time-served applicants may not be suitable)
* Strong technical and diagnostic skills
* Ability to work efficiently under time constraints while maintaining quality standards
* Proactive team player with excellent customer service skills
* Right to work in the UK
If you are motivated to advance your career as a Vehicle Technician and thrive in a supportive, expanding company, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills across a diverse vehicle fleet within a forward-thinking organisation.
Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity.
Perfect Placement UK Ltd are specialists in Automotive Recruitment, so if you are looking to advance in your Motor Trade Career, contact our expert Automotive Recruiters today to see how we can help with your Motor Trade Job search
As a Vehicle Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining and repairing vehicles efficiently to ensure customer satisfaction and safety. This position offers excellent career progression prospects within a reputable and expanding business.
Benefits:
* Competitive basic salary of up to £36,720, with an OTE of £42,660 including performance bonuses
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off
* Company pension scheme and life assurance
* Tool insurance and access to a range of discounts on vehicle rentals, maintenance, and tyres
* Special discounts on mobile phone tariffs and accessories for you, friends, and family
* Flexible gym memberships and cashback deals with major retailers such as Tesco, Asda, and B&Q
* Share saver scheme and company uniform provided
* Christmas party contributions and ongoing development opportunities within a large, reputable group
Duties as a Vehicle Technician:
* Perform maintenance, servicing, and warranty work on a fleet of approximately 900 vehicles, including electric models
* Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults using diagnostic equipment
* Carry out repairs, parts replacements, and preventative maintenance to high standards
* Ensure all work complies with safety and quality procedures
* Prepare vehicles for MOT testing and ensure they are roadworthy and compliant
* Maintain accurate documentation of all work carried out
Requirements:
* Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent qualification in motor vehicle mechanics
* Proven experience working as a Vehicle Technician, ideally within a commercial or car dealership environment (time-served applicants may not be suitable)
* Strong technical and diagnostic skills
* Ability to work efficiently under time constraints while maintaining quality standards
* Proactive team player with excellent customer service skills
* Right to work in the UK
If you are motivated to advance your career as a Vehicle Technician and thrive in a supportive, expanding company, we want to hear from you. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills across a diverse vehicle fleet within a forward-thinking organisation.
Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Southampton and Hampshire today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Technician opportunity.
Perfect Placement UK Ltd are specialists in Automotive Recruitment, so if you are looking to advance in your Motor Trade Career, contact our expert Automotive Recruiters today to see how we can help with your Motor Trade Job search