Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

Halfords is the UK's largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, currently seeking a dedicated Vehicle Technician/Mechanic. This role requires expertise in servicing and repair, alongside opportunities for career progression and a range of benefits, including an uncapped bonus scheme.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discounts on groceries, insurance, and more

Financial planning support via Wagestream

GP Access, 24/7

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Career progression opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discount on shares through Share save scheme

Health Cash Plan for wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Must have a full driver’s license with no more than 9 points.
• Experienced Technician/Mechanic able to carry out diagnostics and complex repairs.

Responsibilities

• Service, repair, and maintenance of vehicles including complex tasks like clutches and diagnostics.
• Perform repairs on vehicle electrics, brakes, steering, and suspension systems.

Skills

Light Vehicle Maintenance

Diagnostic Work

Brake Systems

Steering/Suspension

Engine Repair

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Equivalent Experience

Job description

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• Average uncapped bonus of £4,800 per year (with potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week
• 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 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)

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.