Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

Halfords; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive service provider in the UK is looking for a skilled Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join their team. Responsibilities include conducting MOT tests and a variety of vehicle maintenance tasks. Candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and a valid MOT Testing Licence. This role offers numerous benefits, including significant discounts, health plans, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

5.6 weeks' annual leave

Up to 50% off garage bills

Discounts on groceries and shopping

Family & Friends Discount Events

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to financial planning support

GP Access, 24/7

Share save scheme with discounts

Health Cash Plan

Pension Scheme & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Must have a valid MOT Testing Licence.
• Full driver's licence with no more than 9 points required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out MOT tests to DVSA standards.
• Complete a range of vehicle maintenance and repair work.
• Ensure every job is done to the highest standard.

Skills

Experience in vehicle maintenance and repair

Customer service skills

Advanced diagnostics

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

MOT Testing Equipment

Job description

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester

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.

Responsibilities

• 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, ensure every job is done to the highest standard.

Qualifications

• 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!

Benefits

• 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

EEO Statement

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.