Vehicle Technician/MOT Tester

Halfords; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle service provider in Newcastle-under-Lyme is looking for a qualified candidate to perform MOTs and vehicle maintenance. Applicants must have a Level 3 qualification in light vehicle maintenance, a current MOT Testing Licence, and a valid driver's licence. The role offers a competitive salary of £31,500 per annum with additional benefits including an uncapped bonus scheme, discounts on products, and health cash plan. Full-time position, Monday to Saturday with early finishes on Saturdays.

Benefits

Uncapped bonus scheme

Uniform & PPE provided

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discounts on groceries and shopping

Opportunity to buy a trade-price bike

Financial planning support via Wagestream

Join the Share Save scheme

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Qualified to a Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance, or sufficient time‑served experience.
• Current MOT Testing Licence.
• Must have a full, current driver's licence.
• Team player willing to assist in workshop carrying out light vehicle maintenance when not performing MOTs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MOTs on cars, vans & other light vehicles to DVSA standard, as well as other service, maintenance and repair tasks.
• Provide an exceptional customer service experience.
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork and electronic job sheets.

Job description

About HCFS

Halfords Commercial Fleet Services (HCFS) is the UK's largest Commercial Vehicle Tyre service provider. As part of the Halfords Group, HCFS was formed by acquiring three large entities: Lodge, McConechys, and Universal, alongside some previous independent tyre management services enabling us to offer nationwide coverage for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out MOTs on cars, vans & other light vehicles to DVSA standard, as well as other service, maintenance and repair tasks.
• Provide an exceptional customer service experience.
• Accurately complete all relevant paperwork and electronic job sheets.

Qualifications

• Qualified to a Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance, or sufficient time‑served experience.
• Current MOT Testing Licence.
• Must have a full, current driver's licence.
• Team player willing to assist in workshop carrying out light vehicle maintenance when not performing MOTs.

Location & Compensation

Talke, Staffordshire – £31,500 per annum + bonus. Full‑time.

Posted by Halfords. Posted: Sunday, 30 November 2025.

Benefits

• £31,500 per annum.
• Uncapped bonus scheme.
• Uniform & PPE provided.
• Monday to Saturday (12:00 finish Saturday).
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.