Vehicle Mechanic

E3recruitment; Elland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic in Elland, UK. The role involves dismantling vehicles, refurbishing components, and ensuring safety practices. Candidates should possess strong mechanical skills, attention to detail, and be capable of working independently. This position offers a starting salary of £33,000 DOE with benefits including life insurance and employee discounts. If you have a proactive approach and enjoy hands-on work, apply now.

Benefits

Life Insurance

Free onsite parking

Employee discounts

Health and wellbeing programme

Referral programme

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical knowledge and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with accuracy when dismantling and inspecting components.
• Safety-focused and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle end-of-life vehicles in a controlled and safe manner.
• Identify, remove, and record components suitable for reuse.
• Clean, assess, and refurbish assemblies.
• Accurately log dismantled components into the internal stock system.
• Assist with workshop repairs and project tasks.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Hands-on problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Safety focus

Organizational skills

Job description

£33,000 starting DOE, Mon-Fri, OT paid at 150%, Life Insurance, Free onsite parking, Employee discounts, Health and wellbeing programme, Referral programme, Cycle to work scheme.

The Vehicle Mechanic Role

The Vehicle Mechanic role is a hands‑on position focused on dismantling vehicles, recovering usable parts, and preparing components for reuse within operational fleets.

This Vehicle Mechanic role suits someone with strong mechanical skills, a methodical approach, and a commitment to safe working practices. You’ll play an important part in extending component life, reducing waste, and supporting wider workshop operations.

Key Responsibilities of the Vehicle Mechanic

• Dismantle end‑of‑life vehicles in a controlled and safe manner
• Identify, remove, and record components suitable for reuse
• Clean, assess, and refurbish assemblies such as 5th wheels, radiator packs, pipework, brackets, and hydraulic items
• Accurately log dismantled components into the internal stock system
• Support diagnosis of component condition and suitability for reuse
• Use lifting gear, hand tools, and workshop equipment correctly and safely
• Assist with workshop repairs, rebuilds, and project tasks when needed
• Suggest improvements to dismantling and refurbishment processes

What We’re Looking For in Our Vehicle Mechanic

• Strong mechanical knowledge and hands‑on problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work with accuracy when dismantling and inspecting components
• High attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Good organisation, communication, and teamwork skills
• Able to work independently when required
• Safety‑focused, proactive, and reliable
• Flexible to assist with wider workshop duties when needed

If you are interested in this Vehicle Mechanic role, please apply now or contact Grace at E3 Recruitment.