Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

An established industry player in automotive services is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a variety of vehicle repairs, including complex tasks like clutches and timing belt replacements. With a strong focus on career progression, employees will have access to hybrid training and qualifications. The company prides itself on providing an inclusive workplace and offers a range of benefits, including generous discounts, health plans, and a share save scheme. Join a rapidly growing business and contribute to getting the nation back on the move.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off Halfords products

Family & Friends Discount Events

Cycle to Work Scheme

Financial planning support via Wagestream

GP Access 24/7

20% discount on shares

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
• Experience in diagnostic work and complex repairs required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and repair/replacement work on vehicles.
• Perform diagnostics on vehicle electrics and suspension systems.

Skills

Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Diagnostic Work

Complex Repair and Replacements

Full Drivers Licence

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

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.

Benefits Include:

1. 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
2. Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most our Halfords products in our retail stores
3. Discounts on everything from groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
4. Family & Friends Discount Events
5. Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enrol in the Cycle to Work Scheme
6. Financial planning support via Wagestream - access up to 30% of your salary in advance
7. GP Access, 364 days a year, 24 hours a day
8. Join the Share save scheme with a 20% discount on shares
9. Health Cash Plan – to access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
10. 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:

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

Why Halfords?

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.

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.