Vehicle Technician

Halfords; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 31,790 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5.6 weeks annual leave

50% off garage bills

25% off most Halfords products

Financial planning support via Wagestream

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Job summary

Halfords is looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician/Mechanic in Tonbridge. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from £31,790 – £37,000 with uncapped bonus opportunities and on-target earnings of up to £43,900.

You will be responsible for servicing, repair, and complex diagnostics on vehicles, requiring a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance. Enjoy benefits such as substantial annual leave, discounts, and training opportunities at Halfords.

Qualifications

• Must have a full drivers licence with no more than 9 points.
• Experienced Technician/Mechanic able to carry out diagnostic work and complex repairs.
• Skilled in servicing, repair, and replacement work.

Responsibilities

• Skilled in servicing and repairs or replacement work.
• Carry out complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements.
• Diagnostics in vehicle electrics, brake, steering, and suspension systems.

Skills

Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Level 3 or equivalent

Ability to carry out complex repairs

Diagnostics experience (brakes, steering/suspension, engine)

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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

Compensation and Hours

• Base salary £31,790 – £37,000
• Uncapped monthly bonus scheme (average additional earnings £6,900 per year)
• On‑target earnings up to £43,900
• 5 days a week
• Referral scheme – T&C’s apply

Benefits

• 5.6 weeks annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most Halfords products in our retail stores
• Discounts on groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants and more
• Family & Friends Discount Events
• Opportunity to buy a trade‑price bike and 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 – access wellbeing services and claim back healthcare costs
• Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Responsibilities

As a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic, you will already be skilled in servicing and repair or 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.

Qualifications and Skills

• 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)

Career Development

You will be given every opportunity to progress your career at Halfords, including access to hybrid training plus the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications.

Why Halfords?

We’re in an exciting chapter – rapidly growing our business with a focus on motoring services and electric mobility. Join us and be part of our success story in getting the nation safely back on the move.

Equal Opportunities

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.