Vehicle Technician

Halfords; Huntingdonshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Bury seeks a skilled Vehicle Technician to perform complex repairs and diagnostics. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance, a full driver’s license, and a strong background in servicing and repair tasks. This role offers excellent career progression opportunities, competitive salary, and numerous employee benefits including discounts and health support.

Benefits

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discount on retail store products

Financial planning support

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience.
• Must have a full driver's licence with no more than 9 points.
• Experienced Technician able to carry out diagnostic and complex repair work.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vehicles including timing belt replacements.
• Diagnose issues in vehicle electrics and suspension systems.
• Carry out complex repairs like head gaskets and electrical repairs.

Skills

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Full driver's license with no more than 9 points

Diagnostic work experience

Job description

Vehicle Technician

Location: Bury, Cambridgeshire, UK, PE26 2

Salary: £29,607 per annum bonus

Average uncapped bonus: £3,600 per year (with potential to earn more)

Working Hours: 5 days a week

Referral Scheme: Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme - T&C's Apply

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.

Benefits Include:

• 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 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

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.

Skills and Experience:

• Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience
• Must have a full driver\'s 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)

National Tyres and Autocare is part of the Halfords family. This describes the company as part of the Halfords group and its 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.

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.