SALARY
37k basic, plus bonus + benefits
LOCATION
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
WORKING HOURS
Monday to Friday 8.00am – 5.00pm
TYPE
FULL_TIME
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The Role
Flame Recruitment is seeking a Vehicle Technician in Cambridge for a main dealer group. You’ll carry out diagnostics and repairs to manufacturer standards, from advanced fault finding and health checks to warranty work, brake and tyre jobs, air-con servicing, and MOT testing if qualified. Working closely with Service Advisors and a supportive workshop team, you’ll also help mentor junior technicians and ensure smooth, customer-focused throughput.
This role suits a Level 3-qualified technician with strong diagnostic skills, attention to detail and a full UK licence; franchised experience and MOT status are welcome. You’ll work Monday to Friday, 8.00am–5.00pm, with a £37k basic plus bonus and benefits, alongside modern facilities, ongoing manufacturer training and accreditation, employee discounts, pension and 30 days’ leave, within a settled, family-run environment.
Key Responsibilities
What We're Looking For
• 1. Perform advanced fault finding using diagnostic systems and specialist tools.
• 2. Complete vehicle health checks and electronic reports accurately.
• 3. Undertake warranty work in line with manufacturer standards.
• 4. Carry out MOT testing (if qualified), brake repairs, tyre fitting, and air conditioning servicing.
• 5. Work closely with Service Advisors and the workshop team to ensure efficient workflow and excellent customer satisfaction.
• 6. Support and mentor junior technicians where required.
• 1. Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• 2. Accreditation or franchised dealership experience preferred.
• 3. Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• 4. Experience working with modern vehicle systems and diagnostic equipment.
• 5. Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• 6. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• 7. Full UK Driving Licence.
• 8. MOT Tester qualification preferred.
• 1. Highly Competitive Basic Salary (negotiable depending on experience and qualifications).
• 2. Performance-Related Bonus Scheme.
• 3. Ongoing the manufacturer Manufacturer Training & Accreditation.
• 4. Modern Workshop & State-of-the-Art Equipment.
• 5. Supportive and Professional Team Environment.
• 6. Employee Discounts on Vehicle Purchases & Servicing.
• 7. Cycle to Work Scheme.
• 8. Health & Wellbeing Support.
• 9. Death in Service Benefit.
• 10. Company Pension Scheme.
• 11. 30 Days' Annual Leave including Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.
• 12. Full PPE and Workwear Provided.
Vehicle Technician
