Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester - Premier Motors
Job Posted: 9 September 2026
- Contract Term: Permanent
- Location: Newport, Isle of Wight
- Contract Type: Full time
- Salary: £28,000–£40,000 DOE
- Industries: Automotive Mechanical and Electrical
Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester
Premier Motors | Newport, Isle of Wight
£28,000–£40,000 DOE | Permanent | Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:30
Premier Motors is growing, and we’re looking for experienced people to strengthen our Aftersales team in Newport.
We’re currently recruiting for two positions: an experienced Vehicle Technician and a qualified MOT Tester.
With Peugeot recently joining our established Ford and MG Motor franchises, our workshop is busier and more varied than ever. You’ll have the opportunity to work across three major manufacturers, alongside used vehicles, other makes and models, and a wide range of light commercial vehicles.
Our commercial workshop also supports major local fleets, including the Isle of Wight Ambulance Service, so you can expect genuine variety – from routine servicing and MOTs to diagnostics, complex repairs and the latest hybrid and electric vehicle technology.
Whether you’re an experienced Vehicle Technician looking for your next move or a qualified MOT Tester ready for a new opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.
What We’re Looking For
Vehicle Technician
We’re looking for an experienced technician with:
- Proven workshop experience, with franchised dealer experience an advantage.
- City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3 in Automotive Maintenance and Repair or an equivalent qualification.
- Experience in servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and vehicle repair.
- The ability to confidently diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults.
- Excellent attention to detail and a consistently high standard of workmanship.
- A positive, professional approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a busy Aftersales team.
- A full UK driving licence.
Previous manufacturer training and experience with hybrid and electric vehicles would be an advantage.
MOT Tester
For the MOT Tester role, you’ll also need:
- A current DVSA MOT Tester qualification (Class 4).
- Strong knowledge of current MOT regulations and vehicle safety standards.
- The ability to accurately identify, assess and record vehicle defects.
- Excellent attention to detail and a professional approach to every test.
The Role
Depending on the position you apply for, your responsibilities will include:
- Servicing, maintaining and repairing cars and light commercial vehicles.
- Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using modern diagnostic equipment.
- Completing vehicle health checks and identifying additional work where required.
- Carrying out MOT tests in accordance with current DVSA standards, where appropriately qualified.
- Accurately identifying and recording vehicle defects.
- Completing repair, MOT and job documentation accurately and efficiently.
- Working to manufacturer and company standards while maintaining a consistently high quality of workmanship.
- Working closely with our Service Advisors and Parts Department to keep jobs moving efficiently through the workshop.
- Keeping your technical knowledge current through manufacturer training, technical updates and developments in hybrid and electric vehicle technology.
- Maintaining a safe, clean and organised working environment.
- Playing an active role in a professional and supportive workshop team.
Why Premier Motors?
£28,000–£40,000 salary
A competitive salary based on your qualifications, technical ability and experience.
Monday to Friday working
Work 08:00–16:30, Monday to Friday, giving you consistent working hours and your weekends back.
Ford. MG. Peugeot.
Develop your experience across three major franchises, as well as a broad mix of other cars and light commercial vehicles.
Keep developing your skills
The industry is changing quickly. We invest in manufacturer training and development to help our technicians build their skills, including the latest hybrid and electric vehicle technologies.
An award-winning place to work
Premier Motors has been recognised as one of the UK’s Best Dealerships to Work For for three consecutive years, reflecting the working environment and culture we have built for our team.
A business that’s growing
Premier Motors is an established Isle of Wight business with an expanding franchise portfolio, a busy Aftersales operation and continued investment in our Newport dealership.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Vehicle Technician or MOT Tester and you’re ready for a new opportunity, we’d like to hear from you.
Please send your CV and covering letter to:
Simon Joy
Aftersales Manager
Premier Motors
2–3 Riverway
Newport
Isle of Wight
PO30 5UY
Email: [email protected]
Subject: REF: PREMIER MOTORS TECHNICIAN
This vacancy is intended for experienced technicians. Junior and apprentice technician opportunities are supported and advertised separately.
Premier Motors
Established in 1852 on the Isle of Wight, Premier Motors stands as a testament to enduring quality and excellence in the automotive industry. With a legacy stretching over a century and a half, we have become a pillar of trust and reliability for our customers. As a Main Ford Dealer since 1923 and welcoming MG to our family in 2021, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse and innovative vehicle line-up that meets the evolving needs of our community. Our distinguished history was further celebrated in 2019 when Premier Ford was named one of the UK’s Best Dealerships To Work For, for the third consecutive year. This prestigious accolade, awarded by a rigorous survey and awards programme designed to identify, recognise, and reward the best automotive dealerships in the United Kingdom, underscores our commitment not just to our customers but to our employees and the broader community. Of more than 45 registered dealerships, Premier Ford emerged as one of only 11 to pass the stringent employer and staff engagement surveys conducted by Best Companies Group, earning the right to display the AM Best UK Dealerships To Work For accreditation. This recognition is a testament to our dedication to creating a workplace environment that values each member of our team, promoting their growth, well-being, and professional development. It reflects our belief that our strength lies in our people and their shared passion for automotive excellence. As we continue to evolve, embracing new opportunities and challenges, we remain committed to maintaining this standard of excellence. Joining Premier Motors means becoming part of a legacy that combines tradition with innovation, and a future where your work is valued and rewarded. Be a part of our journey as we drive into the future, committed to excellence, innovation, and a workplace culture that sets us apart as not just a premier automotive dealership but also as a premier employer on the Isle of Wight and beyond.
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