via reed · 1 June 2026 ·5 days ago

Service Technician

Reed
Newbury Full-time GBP 32,000 – 45,000
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Service and MOT Technician

Role & Purpose

The Service and MOT Technician is a key member of the Aftersales Team, reporting directly to the Service Manager. The role involves carrying out a range of workshop activities in a safe, efficient, and professional manner. The primary objective is to meet customer requirements while maximising workshop productivity and utilisation.

Salary & Benefits

  • Basic salary ranging from £32,000 to £37,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

  • Potential earnings of up to £55,000 through bonus schemes and KPI performance incentives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Carry out vehicle servicing, repairs, and MOT preparation in line with manufacturer technical standards.

  • Conduct MOT testing where qualified (MOT Tester qualification not essential).

  • Work in accordance with brand and dealership processes and procedures.

  • Liaise directly with customers when required to deliver a high level of service.

  • Support and mentor less experienced colleagues within the workshop.

  • Attend regular training to maintain and develop technical knowledge and skills.

  • Work as a full and active member of both the workshop and wider dealership teams.

  • Maintain a clean, safe working environment, ensuring unsafe working practices are avoided.

  • Wear and use protective clothing and equipment provided by the Company as required.

  • Handle waste products and hazardous materials in line with company policies and COSHH regulations.

  • Technicians may occasionally be required to undertake additional reasonable duties appropriate to their skills and experience.

Working Hours
  • Monday to Friday working pattern.

  • One in three Saturdays required, paid at an overtime rate.

Skills & Competencies
  • Ability to plan and organise workload effectively to meet agreed deadlines.

  • Able to quickly assimilate information and provide considered responses.

  • Strong work ethic with adaptability to change.

  • High attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.

  • Ability to work under pressure to meet business demands.

  • Responds positively to organisational and market changes.

Essential & Desirable Skills and Qualifications

Essential:

  • Fluent written and spoken English.

  • PC literate, including Microsoft applications and web-based systems.

  • Full, clean UK driving licence.

Desirable:
  • Proven record of high individual performance.

  • Previous vehicle knowledge with demonstrated technical skills.

  • Relevant City & Guilds, BTEC, or NVQ qualifications.

  • Experience within a franchised dealership environment.

  • Strong fault diagnosis skills.

  • MOT Tester qualification (advantageous but not essential).

  • Commitment to delivering first-class customer service.

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