Motor Vehicle Technician

ZIGUP plc; Leeds; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Overtime pay

Pension

Life assurance

Job summary

Northgate Vehicle Hire in Leeds seeks a skilled Vehicle Technician to maintain and repair our fleet, ensuring safety and compliance for hire to customers. The role requires 3+ years’ experience and Level 2/3 technician qualifications, with IMI training available for upskilling in hybrid/electric systems.

We offer an excellent basic salary, an enhanced overtime scheme, and a comprehensive benefits package. Join a busy workshop with a strong team focused on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 or Level 3 Technician qualifications and relevant hands-on experience.
• At least 3 years as a technician/mechanic or equivalent.
• Willingness to upskill in Hybrid/EV systems via IMI training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles to ensure safety and legal compliance for customers.
• Respond to maintenance issues and perform diagnostics on a busy workshop floor.
• Work additional hours as required, with overtime paid accordingly.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Overtime willingness

Education

Level 2 Technician

Level 3 Technician

Tools

IMI accredited training

Job description

Salary: £43,7639(basic £37,639pa + £6kpa bonus OTE + Overtime) +

Hours: 42.5 hrs a week, overtimepaid at time and a half

Join Northgate in this fantastic opportunity, as a Vehicle Technician at our busy workshop in Leeds

About us:

We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland and Spain, our workshops maintain and repair our own fleet. Within the UK we operate circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars so there is a good variety of vehicles to work on.

Discover our flagship branch at Northgate Vehicle Hire, perfectly situated right next to the M8 motorway and one of the largest outdoor shopping centres. Not only is it fresh and inviting, this state-of-the-art facility is our biggest yet, boasting 9 ramps to keep you moving with unparalleled efficiency. But that’s not all - we're also proud to have Auxillis running out of this location, making it a fully integrated branch where all your vehicle hire and accident management needs are covered under one roof.

Experience the best in vehicle hire and service at Northgate Vehicle Hire - where size, convenience, and comprehensive care come together seamlessly!

About you:

As a Vehicle Technician you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of our vehicles to ensure they are safe and legally compliant for our customers to hire. If you are Level 2 Qualified Technician with at least 3 years employment as a technician/mechanic or fully qualified Level 3 Technician/ Mechanic, we would love to hear from you.

About our training:

We have our own internal IMI accredited trainingdepartment, where we can upskill you on such things as Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lift, braking systems, electrics etc:

• For those trained to Level 2, you can take a training needs analysis so we can build a personalised training program for you to increase your skillset

About your benefits:

An excellent basic salary, but there is much more available at Northgate Vehicle Hire than that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …

• Fantastic bonusscheme
• Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half(subject to business needs)
• Startwith24days,increasingto26dayswithservice, plusthe flexibility tobuy or sellup to5 extra dayseach year. Of course,you’llhave public holidays too andanextra dayofftocelebrate your birthday!
• free life assurance(2x your salary)
• Well-beingservices (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).
• Exclusive colleague-onlyvehicle-leasingschemes
• Pension&save-as-you-earn share scheme.
• OurBenefits Appoffers unlimited access to a vast range ofretailer discountsandcashback deals(incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)
• Stream Appfor all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you morecontrol over your pay. Not only does it let you choosewhento get paidit also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can getdiscountson your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with afinancial coach!

With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire are the UK’s go-to provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with some of the country’s most well-known organisations. We have gained a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector and for helping our customers when they need us most.

We're also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We're here to support you.

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