Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester/Diagnostic Technician

  • Alecto Recruitment
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Feb 20, 2026
Full time Distribution-Shipping Warehouse

Job Description

CP33173



Vehicle Technician / Diagnostic Technician / MOT Tester

Location: Bristol
Salary: Up to 44,000 OTE
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Contract: Permanent

Looking for better pay, proper training, and a workshop that runs smoothly?

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading main-dealer operation in Bristol.

This is a stable, long-term opportunity offering strong earning potential, modern facilities, and genuine career progression.

If you are a Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, or MOT Tester and want a role where your skills are valued, this position is worth considering.

Pay & Bonus (Dependent on Experience)

  • Service Technician: 32,000 basic + 6,000 bonus
  • Diagnostic Technician: 36,000 basic + 6,000 bonus
  • Diagnostic Technician with MOT Licence: 38,000 basic + 6,000 bonus
  • OTE up to 44,000

What's on Offer

  • 1,000 joining bonus ( 500 on start and 500 after probation)
  • No Sunday working
  • Time and a half for agreed Saturday mornings
  • 24-27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Manufacturer and EV training provided
  • Modern workshop with a consistent workload
  • Staff discounts and referral bonuses
  • Health cash plan including GP access, dental, and wellbeing support (covering employees and children)

The Role

  • Servicing and repairs to manufacturer standards
  • Diagnostics and fault-finding (role dependent)
  • MOT testing (if qualified)
  • Completion of job cards and video vehicle health checks
  • Working in a clean, organised, and well-managed workshop
  • Supporting colleagues where required

About You

  • NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair
  • MOT Testing Licence (where applicable)
  • Previous experience in a workshop environment
  • Strong diagnostic ability for diagnostic roles
  • Professional, reliable, and team-focused

Why Apply?

This role offers stronger earning potential, better support, and clearer progression than many workshop positions in the local market. The business actively invests in its technicians through training, equipment, and long-term development.

INDHP If you would like to know more about this position, then please forward your CV to (url removed) immediately. If you would like to discuss this position, please call (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Chloe.

Please note Alecto Recruitment are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.