Dealers increased EV technicians recruitment by 59% in May compared to May 2025, according to the IMI Vacancies Tracker.
It said the rebound in EV Technician recruitment showed that employers continue to invest in skills that support changing vehicle technologies.
Overall, motor trade vacancies increased by 7% during May to 15,000. Vacancy levels remain 12% lower than a year ago and 25% below levels recorded two years ago.
The IMI said the latest figures point to a “gradual recovery” in recruitment demand rather than a return to previous highs.
In contrast, employers reduced recruitment for Garage Managers and Proprietors, Assemblers, and Vehicle and Parts Salespersons and Advisers.
Vehicle Body Builders and Repairers increased recruitment by 25%, Vehicle Paint Technicians by 14%, and Tyre, Exhaust and Windscreen Fitters by 18%.
Employers recruited strongly for HGV Technicians, which accounted for 14% of postings and increased by 11%.
