Vehicle Technician

Northgate Vehicle Hire Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading vehicle rental specialist in a dynamic Leeds branch where every day offers new challenges. As a Vehicle Technician, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet, ensuring safety and compliance. With access to IMI accredited training, you'll have opportunities to upskill in cutting-edge technologies like Hybrid and EV vehicle repair. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday options, and a range of exclusive benefits that support your well-being and career growth. This is an exciting opportunity to thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus Scheme

Enhanced Overtime Pay

24 Days Holiday

Life Assurance

Well-being Services

Vehicle-Leasing Schemes

Pension Scheme

Retailer Discounts

Financial Wellbeing Support

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Familiarity with hybrid and EV vehicle technologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair vehicles ensuring safety and legal compliance.
• Manage walk-ins and work with national accounts and councils.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Level 2 Vehicle Technician Qualification

Level 3 Vehicle Technician Qualification

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Repair Equipment

Job description

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Reference: MAY20258199

Expiry date: 10:38, Thu, 5th Jun 2025

Location: Leeds

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

Weekly Hours: 42.5 hours / Day Shifts Only. Overtime is available and paid at time and a half.

About us:

We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists, with branches across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. Our workshops maintain and repair our fleet, which includes circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars, offering a variety of vehicles to work on.

Join our dynamic Leeds branch, where every day presents new challenges and opportunities. The fast-paced environment involves managing walk-ins, working with national accounts, councils, and fleet clients, ensuring no two days are the same. Our branch is conveniently located near popular spots like Burger King, KFC, Co-Op, Greggs, McDonald’s, and a sandwich shop. Our team of 45 staff fosters a supportive and collaborative workplace.

About you:

As a Vehicle Technician, you will maintain and repair vehicles to ensure safety and legal compliance. We welcome applications from Level 2 Qualified Technicians with at least 3 years of experience or fully qualified Level 3 Technicians/Mechanics.

Training:

Our internal IMI accredited training department offers upskilling in Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lift, braking systems, electrics, and more. Level 2 technicians can undergo a training needs analysis to develop a personalized training plan.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with a bonus scheme (up to 8% of salary)
• Enhanced overtime paid at time and a half
• Starting with 24 days holiday, increasing to 26 with service, plus options to buy or sell up to 5 days annually and an extra day off for your birthday
• Free life assurance (2x salary)
• Well-being services including Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan, and Travel Insurance
• Exclusive vehicle-leasing schemes
• Pension and save-as-you-earn schemes
• Access to retailer discounts and cashback deals via the Benefits App
• Financial wellbeing support through the Wagestream App

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, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We offer support, development, and security to help you thrive in your career.

We are: agile, experts, imaginative, reliable.