Trainee Vehicle Technician

Halo Accident Repair Centre Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accident repair group in the UK is seeking a Multiskilled Trainee Vehicle Technician to join their team. You will receive comprehensive on-the-job training across various repair disciplines, leading to IMI qualifications. Responsibilities include performing vehicle repairs, maintaining a clean workspace, and complying with safety protocols. This role offers an excellent package, including benefits and opportunities for career progression in a modern working environment.

Benefits

Accredited Living Wage Employer

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Cycle scheme

Gym discounts

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Able to diagnose and resolve vehicle issues accurately.
• Experience or interest in mechanical and electrical systems.
• A keen eye for detail in repairs and finish.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to high standards in various disciplines.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the workplace.
• Adhere to safety requirements and company procedures.

Skills

Collaborative team player

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Ability to work under pressure

Full UK driving licence

Job description

About the Role

Multiskilled Trainee Vehicle Technician. Our trainee technicians receive thorough training on-the-job experience. This comprehensive approach ensures that every vehicle is repaired to the highest standards using the best products, equipment, and parts available. To excel in this role, you must be a collaborative team player, able to meet deadlines, and capable of working independently when required. You will work efficiently in a modern fast‑paced clean environment. The training will be split across three disciplines, MET, Panel and Paint, giving you a thorough view of the whole repair process. We offer a hands‑on training programme that results in an IMI Multiskilled accreditation after approximately 24 months of on‑the‑job training. In addition to this you will also gain IMI qualifications in air conditioning, electric vehicle (EV) systems, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), and welding. Training is delivered on the job as well as visits to our IMI accredited Centre of Excellence Training Centre and training partner RWC Training, ensuring that you develop to the highest professional standards. Take a look at what you'll be doing here https://youtu.be/lJpjXT3Y4FA?si=XpPtXUPFDczLP27B! We are creating the next generation of repair centres, driven by a passion for service, quality, and customer focus, and we want you to be a part of it! This role will include, but is not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs to high standard in Mechanical/Electrical removal/replacement, vehicle prepping, painting, panel beating, strip/re‑fit.
• Diagnose and resolve vehicle issues accurately.
• Maintain a clean and organised workplace to ensure the quality and efficiency of your processes.
• Ensure that all equipment and tools are used in accordance with defined safety requirements and maintained to a high standard.
• Continuous training and development through our training centre and external courses as required.
• Occasionally assist your team with vehicle collection and delivery tasks.
• Maintain a clear, methodical and clean working area at all times.
• Wear correct PPE, whilst following all company Health and Safety guidelines.
• Follow company procedures, policies, practices and Production Manager's instructions.
• Supply a positive & enthusiastic approach to your working day at all times.
• Self‑motivated, organised, and enthusiastic with a keen eye for detail.
• A cooperative team player, eager to support others.
• Handle tasks with care and attention to detail.
• Able to complete work from start to finish within the time frame given to a high standard.
• Work well under pressure and deal with high volumes of work.
• Able to meet strict targets and deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence.

Company Overview

Halo is the industry leading UK‑based accident repair group, with 37 established accident repair centres across the UK and we are still growing! Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, who are the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an unrivalled platform and the resource for excellent training, development and employee packages. We are looking for a motivated individual with a passion for cars to join our Accident Repair Centre in Bristol Emerson Green. Halo is extremely well known within the insurance industry for having extraordinarily high performing people and since we are a people‑thinking business, we know that our teams and centres provide extraordinary results. Therefore, you can expect an excellent package and environment.

Benefits

• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme
• Gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance
• virtualGP
• Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
• Free fruit and pizza
• Refer a friend bonus incentive
• Employee recognition rewards
• Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
• Discounted LV insurance
• Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• We invest in YOU with opportunities for career progression
• Pension contributions
• Work within a modern and clean working environment
• And we are always open to hearing what our people want!