Mechanical Technician

RIPON FARM SERVICES LTD; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Company sick scheme

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Day off for your birthday

Life insurance x 3 salary

Tailored career path

Manufacturer training

Employee uniform

Staff discount on showroom items

Free on-site parking

Health and well-being support line

Employer-funded Cash plan to support

Job summary

Ripon Paint and Body, part of Ripon Farm Services Group, is seeking a Mechanical Technician to perform mechanical, electrical and trim repairs on a variety of vehicles. Training will be provided to ensure compliance with repair approvals and support will be given throughout.

The ideal candidate will have experience as a mechanic, MOT certification preferred, and the ability to diagnose issues using computer-based diagnostic equipment.

Qualifications

• Servicing, repairs and maintenance to high standards.
• Diagnose issues using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
• Accurate time recording and documentation to standard.
• Experience in a manufacturer repair centre (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Repair mechanical, electrical and trim components on vehicles.
• Carry out repairs for manufacturers, insurers and public.
• Attend to company fleet vehicles and maintain repair quality.

Skills

Diagnostics with computer tools

Vehicle servicing/maintenance

Documentation accuracy

Education

IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Mechanical Technician

Location: York, North Yorkshire, GB, YO1 7

Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent

Start Date: 2026-09-10

Last Updated: 2026-12-09T21:09:52.07

About the Role

Ripon Paint and Body is an accident and repair centre which is part of the Ripon Farm Services Group. Operating from new purpose-built premises, Ripon Paint and Body holds several insurance and manufacturing approvals, including Volvo, Jaguar, Land Rover, Nissan, together with the Stellantis and VW Group approvals. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading Bodyshop within the Automotive Industry.

The successful applicant will have previous working experience as a Mechanic, ideally with MOT certification. You will be required to complete mechanical repairs for manufacturers, insurance companies, and the public. Day-to-day duties will vary but include repairing a variety of vehicles from the company fleet, to carrying out mechanical, electrical, and trim repairs to accident-damaged vehicles. Training will be provided to ensure compliance with repair approvals, with support given throughout.

Candidate Requirements

• Ability to carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance to high standards.
• Inspecting a vehicle's engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment.
• Accurately record time to complete jobs and associated details, and complete all documentation to the required standard.
• IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or an equivalent qualification.
• Experience working in a manufacturer repair centre.

Schedule and Work Environment

• Schedule: 8-hour shift, Monday to Friday
• Overtime: Yes
• Work Location: In person

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Company sick scheme
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Day off for your birthday
• Vehicle change policy (if applicable)
• Life insurance x 3 salary
• Tailored career path
• Manufacturer training
• Employee uniform
• Staff discount on showroom items
• Free on-site parking
• Health and well-being support line
• Employer-funded Cash plan to support with employees' regular healthcare expenses

Reference: REF-230 463 JBRP1_UKTJ

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Mechanical Technician Full Time, Permanent Ripon Ripon Paint and Body is an accident and repair centre which is part of the Ripon Farm Services Group. Operating from new purpose-built premises with, Ripon Paint and Body holds several insurance and manufacturing approvals, including Volvo, Jaguar, Land Rover, Nissan, together with the Stellantis and VW Group approvals. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading Bodyshop within the Automotive Industry. The successful applicant will have previous working experience as a Mechanic, ideally with MOT certification. You will be required to complete mechanical repairs for manufacturers, insurance companies and the public. Day to day duties will vary but include repairing a variety of vehicles from the company fleet, to carrying out mechanical, electrical, and trim repairs to accident damaged vehicles. Training will be required to ensure compliance with repair approvals, and support will be given. The ideal candidate would have Ability to carry out servicing, repairs, and maintenance to high standards. Inspecting a vehicles engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based diagnostic equipment. Accurately record time to complete jobs and associated details and complete all documentation to the required standard. IMI Level 3 in Light or Heavy vehicle maintenance & repair or an equivalent qualification. Experience working in a manufacture repair centre. Schedule 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Work Location: In person Benefits Company pension scheme. Company sick scheme. 24 days holiday plus bank holidays. Day off for your birthday. Vehicle change policy - if applicable. Life insurance x 3 salary. Tailored career path. Manufacturer training. Employee uniform. Staff discount on showroom items. Free on-site parking. Health and well-being support line. Employer funded Cash plan to support with covering employees regular healthcare expenses. REF-230 463 JBRP1_UKTJ