Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Halfords; Gosport; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in Gosport is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to provide first-class customer service and ensure vehicles are safe on the road. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a valid MOT Testing Licence, and excellent customer interaction skills. This role offers competitive pay, benefits including significant discounts, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Discounts on garage bills and Halfords products

Financial planning support via Wagestream

GP Access 24/7

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Passion for delivering excellent customer experience.
• Ability to comply with DVSA standards.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards.
• Complete vehicle maintenance and repair work.
• Perform advanced diagnostics and routine services.

Skills

Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Valid MOT Testing Licence

Full drivers licence with less than 9 points

Job description

Overview

Here at Halfords Garage Services, we’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our new Fusion Centre - upgraded with the latest facilities to lead the way in providing a first-class customer experience and a great working environment.

If you’re an experienced mechanic with a passion for delivering excellent customer experience and keeping vehicles safe on the road, we want to hear from you.

As a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester, you’ll carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards and complete a wide range of vehicle maintenance and repair work. From advanced diagnostics & repairs to routine services, you’ll ensure every job is done to the highest standard.

Drive your career forward at Halfords, the UK’s largest Automotive service, maintenance and repair business, offering excellent training & development opportunities, a wide range of benefits and an uncapped bonus scheme.

Compensation & Benefits

• £31,827 - £35,000 per annum
• Average uncapped bonus of £5,800 per annum (with potential to earn more)
• 5 days a week
• Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s Apply

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. Access to hybrid training and IMI approved continuous development will be fully supported.

Skills and experience

• Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent qualification or experience)
• Valid MOT Testing Licence
• Full drivers licence with less than 9 points

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.