Vehicle Technician

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading automotive service business as a Vehicle Technician in the UK. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a rapidly growing company focused on motoring services and electric mobility. You will be responsible for servicing and repairing vehicles, including complex tasks such as diagnostics and system replacements. The company provides excellent career progression opportunities, hybrid training, and a supportive environment to enhance your skills. Enjoy a competitive salary, uncapped bonuses, and a range of attractive benefits that ensure you thrive both personally and professionally in this dynamic field.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off Halfords products

Discounts on groceries and shopping

Family & Friends Discount Events

Financial planning support via Wagestream

GP Access 24/7

Share save scheme with 20% discount

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
• Experienced Technician able to carry out complex repairs.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Diagnostic work (brakes, steering/suspension, engine)

Repair and replacements (coolant/diesel injectors, head gasket)

Full drivers licence

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent

Job description

Vehicle Technician, South Ayrshire Council

Client:

Halfords

Location:

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

3a05347a4e0d

Job Views:

26

Posted:

24.03.2025

Expiry Date:

08.05.2025

Job Description:

• £28,577 to £31,357 per annum
• 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.