Vehicle Technician

Halfords; Ashington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service company in Ashington is looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician/Mechanic. Your role involves servicing, repairs, and complex diagnostics on vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience. This role offers competitive benefits, including career progression opportunities and discounts on products. Join a diverse team in a thriving environment focused on exceptional customer service.

Benefits

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discount on retail products

Financial planning support

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent or time served experience.
• Experienced in carrying out diagnostic work and complex repairs.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work.
• Ability to perform complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements.
• Conduct diagnostics in vehicle electrics, brakes, steering, and suspension systems.

Skills

Experience in vehicle repair

Diagnostic work in brakes

Knowledge of electrical systems

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent or time served experience.
• 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. Not sure you meet all the criteria? We'd encourage you to take the wheel and apply anyway! 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.

Benefits

• 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.