Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Gloucester is seeking a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic skilled in servicing, repairs, and diagnostics. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair and a valid driving licence. The role offers extensive benefits, including annual leave, discounts, and health support. Join the team to contribute to an exciting chapter in the automotive service industry.

Benefits

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Discounts on garage bills and products

Family & Friends Discount Events

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience.
• Must have a full driving licence with no more than 9 points.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work.
• Carry out complex tasks such as clutch and timing belt replacements.
• Diagnose issues in vehicle electrics, brake, steering, and suspension systems.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnostics expertise

Repair work

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Job description

Overview

We're the UK's largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business and we offer great career opportunities, benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.

Role

Responsibilities

• As a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic, you will be skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work and able to carry out more complex tasks such as clutch and timing belt replacements and diagnostics in areas such as vehicle electrics, brake, steering and suspension systems.
• Other diagnostic work includes brakes, steering/suspension, engine, and more complex repairs and replacements (coolant, diesel injectors, head gasket, brakes, electrical).

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience
• Must have a full driving licence with no more than 9 points

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 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 - access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

About the Company

National Tyres and Autocare is part of the Halfords family. 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.

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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.