Vehicle Technician

TieTalent; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service company in Edinburgh seeks a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to ensure high-quality servicing and repair work. Candidates should possess a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and be skilled in diagnostics and complex repairs. This role offers excellent career progression, uncapped bonus potential, and a range of benefits including substantial discounts and health services.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discounts on groceries and shopping

Financial planning support via Wagestream

GP Access, 364 days a year

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Must have a full driver’s license with no more than 9 points.
• Experienced Technician/Mechanic capable of diagnostic work and complex repairs.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in servicing and repair work, capable of handling complex tasks.
• Responsible for diagnostics in vehicle electrics, brake steering, and suspension systems.

Skills

Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Diagnostic Work (brakes, steering/suspension, engine)

Complex Repairs (coolant, diesel injectors, head gasket, electrical)

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

About

• £30,339 - £33,119
• Average uncapped bonus of £4,800 per year (with potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week
• Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Halfords Garage Services team at one of our new Fusion centres, equipped with the latest facilities to provide a first-class customer experience and a great working environment.

We’re the UK’s largest automotive service, maintenance, and repair business, offering excellent career opportunities, benefits, and an uncapped bonus scheme.

As a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic, you should be skilled in servicing and repair work, capable of handling complex tasks such as clutch and timing belt replacements, and diagnostics in areas like 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 products in our retail stores
• Discounts on 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 for wellbeing services and healthcare cost claims
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

You will have opportunities to progress your career at Halfords, including access to hybrid training and qualifications such as ATA & MOT Tester.

Skills And Experience

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, or relevant experience
• Must have a full driver’s license with no more than 9 points
• Experienced Technician/Mechanic capable of diagnostic work (brakes, steering/suspension, engine) and complex repairs (coolant, diesel injectors, head gasket, electrical)

Why Halfords?

We are in an exciting growth phase, focusing on motoring services and electric mobility. Join the UK’s leading retailer of motoring and cycling products and services, and help us get the nation safely back on the move.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all criteria. At Halfords, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and embracing diversity within our Halfords Family.

Nice-to-have Skills

• Diagnostics

Location

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom