Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Halfords; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service company is looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join their team in Lichfield. The role offers a salary between £31,827 and £36,000, alongside an average uncapped bonus of £5,800. Responsibilities include carrying out MOT tests and a range of vehicle maintenance and repair tasks. The position comes with extensive benefits including annual leave, discounts, and training opportunities. Ideal candidates should be Level 3 qualified, hold a valid MOT Testing Licence, and possess a full drivers licence.

Benefits

5.6 weeks’ annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

25% off most Halfords products

Financial planning support via Wagestream

GP Access 24/7

Join the Share save scheme

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• You must have Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• A valid MOT Testing Licence is required.
• You should hold a full drivers licence with minimal points.

Responsibilities

• Perform MOT tests to DVSA standards.
• Conduct a variety of vehicle maintenance and repair work.
• Ensure every job meets the highest standards.

Skills

Level 3 qualified in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Valid MOT Testing Licence

Full driver's licence with no more than 9 points

Job description

£31,827 - £36,000 per annum

Average uncapped bonus of £5,800 per annum (with potential to earn more)

5 days a week (This centre is closed on Sundays)

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Here at Halfords, we’re looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join our team. 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.

Benefits Include

• 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
• Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres and 25% off most of 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
• Must have a full drivers licence with no more 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