Vehicle Technician

Allied Vehicles Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle manufacturer is seeking a Vehicle Technician to join their Internal Service department in Glasgow. The role involves diagnosing and repairing complex automotive issues, along with ensuring high-quality maintenance and inspections. Candidates should possess a City & Guilds level 3 qualification and have experience in vehicle repair. The job offers a competitive salary of £18.50 per hour, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days of holiday, plus 8 bank holidays

Group life scheme and annual profit share

Annual salary reviews

24/7 Health Support

Industry-leading perks and discounts

Free staff parking and on-site cafeteria

Cycle-to-work scheme

Frequent learning opportunities

After-sales discounts

Company values and long-service awards program

Qualifications

• Minimum City & Guilds level 3 Vehicles Mechanics qualification.
• Experience in all aspects of vehicle repair/maintenance and inspection.
• Full knowledge of MOT standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Completion of high-quality vehicle maintenance/repairs, inspections, and appraisals.
• Advise the manager if additional work is required to vehicles.
• Carry out accurate fault diagnosis using manufacturer diagnostic equipment.
• Provide high quality 'write ups' on job cards.
• Maintain a high level of competence through training and technical bulletins.
• Completing vehicle condition report sheets and job cards.

Skills

Vehicle repair and maintenance

Fault diagnosis

Knowledge of MOT standards

Customer service

Education

City & Guilds level 3 Vehicles Mechanics qualification

Job description

At Allied Vehicles we design, develop, and manufacture a wide range of specialist vehicles, including wheelchair accessible vehicles, taxis, and minibuses.

In addition to manufacturing vehicles, we also offer a range of aftersales services (onsite and mobile), including servicing, repairs and maintenance and we are Scotland’s largest independent parts distributor.

We are a driven, high performance, family business, that achieves our goals through engaging our people and maximising opportunities.

Our commitment to quality and innovation has made us a trusted name in the industry and we seek enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team.

We are now recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join our Internal Service department.

You will diagnose and repair complex automotive issues swiftly, safely and to a high standard.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm and the salary is £18.50 per hour + bonus.

This position provides an excellent opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking and dedicated company.

Why Join Us?

We believe in taking care of our people, and that’s why we offer a fantastic benefits package designed to support your well‑being, career growth, and lifestyle:

• Generous Annual Leave: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Financial Security: Access our group life scheme and annual profit share.
• Competitive Growth: Annual salary reviews to ensure you're rewarded for your contributions.
• 24/7 Health Support: GP24 by HealthHero provides virtual GP services and second opinions for you and your family, 24/7/365.
• Benefits package: Enjoy industry‑leading perks and discounts at your fingertips plus a holiday purchase scheme and EV leasing through OctopusEV.
• Convenient On‑Site Facilities: Free staff parking and an on‑site cafeteria for your convenience.
• Sustainable Travel: Save on your commute with our cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Continuous Development: Frequent learning opportunities to help you grow professionally.
• Exclusive Discounts: Take advantage of after‑sales discounts for yourself, friends, and family.
• Recognition and Rewards: Celebrate your success with our company values and long‑service awards program.

The main duties of the role are:

• Completion of high‑quality vehicle maintenance/repairs, inspections and appraisals
• Advise manager if additional work is required to vehicles and seek their approval and advice to proceed
• Carry out accurate fault diagnosis using manufacturer diagnostic equipment with a view to achieving first time fixes
• Provide high quality ‘write ups’ on job cards
• Maintain a high level of competence for work to be undertaken by taking part in on‑site training, attending courses at suppliers and manufacturers, and reading technical bulletins as required
• Completing vehicle condition report sheets and job cards

To be effective in this role, you must have:

• Minimum City & Guilds level 3 Vehicles Mechanics qualification
• Experience in all aspects of vehicle repair/maintenance & Inspection
• Full knowledge of MOT Standards and regulations

Previous experience working with Ford/Peugeot vehicles would be advantageous but is not essential.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and encourage applications from all members of the community. We are committed to the disability confident initiative, and creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals, regardless of disability, have the opportunity to thrive. We encourage applications from candidates with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments where required to support you through the recruitment process and beyond. We will offer a guaranteed interview to any applicant who considers themself to be disabled, and who meets the requirements for the post.

We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Thank you for considering Allied Vehicles as your potential employer. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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