Vehicle Technician

Halfords; Hasland; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in the UK is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join their team in Hasland. The role involves servicing and complex repairs, including diagnostics on vehicle electrics and brake systems. Candidates must have a relevant qualification or significant experience and a valid driver's license. The position offers strong career development prospects and a range of benefits, including discounts and financial planning support.

Benefits

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Discounts on garage bills and Halfords products

Financial planning support via Wagestream

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points.
• Experienced Technician able to carry out diagnostic work and complex repairs.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in servicing and repair/replacement work.
• Conduct diagnostics in vehicle electrics and suspension systems.
• Carry out complex tasks like clutches and timing belt replacements.

Skills

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Full drivers licence with less than 9 points

Diagnostic work (brakes, steering/suspension)

Complex repair and replacements (engine, brakes, electrical)

Job description

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

Requirements

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

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks' annual leave.
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most of 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.

Career Development

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.

About Halfords

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 are 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.

Join Us

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.