Vehicle Technician

Northgate Vehicle Hire Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in vehicle rental is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves ensuring the safety and compliance of a diverse fleet through expert maintenance and repair. With a commitment to employee development, the company offers IMI accredited training in cutting-edge areas like Hybrid and EV vehicle repair. Enjoy a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, and a range of exclusive benefits, including generous holiday options and wellness services. This is a fantastic opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment while making a significant impact in the vehicle rental sector.

Benefits

Bonus scheme (up to 8% of salary)

Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half

24 days holiday, increasing to 26

Free life assurance (2x salary)

Well-being services

Exclusive vehicle-leasing schemes

Pension and save-as-you-earn schemes

Benefits App with discounts

Wagestream app for financial control

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in vehicle technology.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for vehicle maintenance and repair to ensure safety.
• Conduct repairs in compliance with legal standards.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Repair Skills

Hybrid & EV Vehicle Repair

Braking Systems Knowledge

Education

Level 2 Qualified Technician

Level 3 Technician/Mechanic

Job description

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Reference: APR20256992

Expiry date: 2025-05-26 09:23:00.000

Location: Glasgow

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive, colleague-only benefits and discounts.

Hours: 40 hrs p/w Monday to Friday - 4-day week/rota basis 7am to 5:30pm, overtime available on days off paid at time and a half

About us:
We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland, and Spain, with workshops maintaining our fleet. We operate circa 49,000 vans and 19,000 cars, offering a variety of vehicles for work and hire.

Discover our flagship branch at Northgate Vehicle Hire, situated next to the M8 motorway and one of the largest outdoor shopping centres. This state-of-the-art facility boasts 9 ramps for efficiency. We also host Auxillis, making it a fully integrated branch for vehicle hire and accident management.

About you:
As a Vehicle Technician, you are responsible for vehicle maintenance and repair to ensure safety and legal compliance. If you are Level 2 Qualified Technician with at least 3 years of experience or a fully qualified Level 3 Technician/Mechanic, we want to hear from you.

Training:
We offer internal IMI accredited training to upskill you in areas such as Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, tail lift, braking systems, and electrics. Level 2 trained technicians can undergo a training needs analysis to develop a personalized training plan.

Benefits:
We offer an excellent salary plus additional benefits including:

• Bonus scheme (up to 8% of salary)
• Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half
• Starting with 24 days holiday, increasing to 26, with options to buy or sell up to 5 days, plus public holidays and a birthday day off
• Free life assurance (2x salary)
• Well-being services (Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental, Travel Insurance)
• Exclusive vehicle-leasing schemes
• Pension and save-as-you-earn schemes
• Benefits App with retailer discounts and cashback deals
• Wagestream app for financial control and benefits management

With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire is a leading provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with major organizations.

We are part of ZIGUP, a provider of integrated mobility solutions supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Join us to unlock your potential and thrive in your career.

We are: agile, experts, imaginative, reliable.