Vehicle Technician

Location: Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk Salary: £29,500 - £35,000 per annum + Bonus Hours: Monday to Friday, No Weekends Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Crem Recruitment is working with a well-established automotive dealership group in Bury St Edmunds to recruit a qualified Vehicle Technician to join its experienced workshop team. This is a great opportunity for a Technician looking for a stable, long-term position with a competitive salary, an attractive bonus structure and a genuine commitment to training and career development. Our client operates a busy, well-equipped workshop, servicing and repairing a variety of vehicle makes and models. The work is varied, the team is experienced, and there is a strong emphasis on quality workmanship and supporting employees as they develop their careers. The Role Working within a friendly and experienced workshop team, you will be responsible for carrying out a range of servicing, maintenance, diagnostic and repair activities. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out routine servicing and maintenance on a variety of vehicles. Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults. Undertaking repairs involving brakes, suspension, steering, clutches, timing belts and engine components. Completing manufacturer warranty repairs. Carrying out MOT testing in accordance with DVSA standards, where qualified. Completing electronic vehicle health checks and producing accurate reports. Preparing used vehicles for sale. Conducting road tests where required. Working closely with Service Advisors and workshop colleagues to maintain productivity and high standards of customer service. About You We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic Vehicle Technician who takes pride in their work and enjoys being part of a supportive team. The ideal candidate will have: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or relevant time-served experience to an equivalent standard. At least two years of trained experience working as a Vehicle Technician. Previous experience within a franchised dealership or established independent workshop. Good diagnostic and mechanical repair skills. Confidence working with modern diagnostic equipment. A full, clean UK driving licence. A current MOT Tester licence would be advantageous but is not essential. A positive attitude and willingness to develop their technical skills. MOT training is available for candidates who are not already qualified, with an additional £500 payment upon successfully achieving the qualification. Salary & Benefits Our client offers an attractive salary and benefits package, including: Basic salary of £29,500 - £35,000 depending on experience. Monthly team bonus. Individual productivity bonus, with additional payments for productive hours above attendance hours. Typical additional bonus earnings of £2,000 - £6,500 per year, depending on performance. Productivity bonus rates starting at £10 per qualifying hour, increasing with performance. £500 payment upon achieving an MOT Tester qualification. Paid overtime opportunities. 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 26 days plus bank holidays with length of service. Company pension scheme. Death in service cover, subject to eligibility. Health and wellbeing benefits. Cycle to work scheme. Employee discounts on vehicle purchases, servicing and parts. Ongoing manufacturer training, including hybrid and electric vehicle technology. Workwear and PPE provided. Monday to Friday working with no regular weekend commitments. Career Development Our client actively supports internal progression and invests in developing the skills of its employees. There are opportunities to work towards Senior Technician, Diagnostic Technician and Master Technician positions, with further training and qualifications f