T2 Vehicle Technician

Motorsport Network, LLC; Gosport; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 5.6 weeks

Staff discounts on garage services

Staff discounts on Halfords products

Cycle to work scheme

Wagestream - pay advance

GP access

Share save scheme

Health cash plan

Pension & life assurance

Job summary

Halfords is seeking a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic for our Fusion centre. You will service and repair vehicles, perform diagnostics and more complex tasks such as clutch and timing belt replacements, and work in a busy, customer-focused setting.

Join a leading automotive service group offering a comprehensive benefits package, flexible career development, and opportunities to progress within Halfords Autocentres.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Must have a full UK driving license with no more than 9 points.
• Experience in servicing and repair, with ability to perform complex tasks such as clutch and timing belt replacements, and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform servicing, maintenance and repairs on vehicles.
• Carry out diagnostics and complex repairs (electrics, brakes, steering and suspension).
• Work towards high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Diagnostics

Electrical systems

Repair expertise

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

• On-target earnings up to £41,240
• Comprising a base salary of £34,640
• An uncapped monthly bonus scheme with average additional earnings of £6,600 per year
• 5 days a week (the centre is closed on a Sunday)
• Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s apply

This is a really exciting time to join our Halfords Garage Services team. You will be working at one of our new Fusion centres; it will be upgraded with the latest facilities to lead the way in providing a first-class customer experience and a great working environment.

We’re the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.

As a Vehicle Technician/ Mechanic, you will be already skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work. You’ll have the ability to carry out more complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements and diagnostics in areas such as vehicle electrics, brake steering and suspension systems.

Benefits Include:

• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Family & Friends Discount Events
• Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
• GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
• Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
• Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords. This includes access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications too.

Skills and experience

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience
• Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points
• Experienced Technician/Mechanic able to carry out diagnostic work (brakes, steering/suspension, engine) and more complex repair and replacements (coolant/diesel injectors, head gasket, brakes, electrical)

Why Halfords?

We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. We’re the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.

At Halfords we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for our colleagues. We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.