Vehicle Technician

Halfords; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 47,551 - 58,118; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Staff discounts

Trade bike program

Cycle to work

Job summary

Halfords in Newport is seeking a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic with solid servicing and repair skills to join our Autocentres team. You will perform routine maintenance, diagnostics and more complex tasks such as clutches and timing belt replacements.

You will hold Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or have time-served experience, and you must hold a full driving licence with up to 9 points. The role offers career progression opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent OR time served experience.
• Must have a full driving licence with no more than 9 points.
• Experienced Technician/Mechanic able to carry out diagnostic work across brakes, steering/suspension, engine, and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing, repair and replacement work with accuracy and efficiency.
• Perform diagnostics and complex repairs (brakes, steering, suspension, electrical).
• Contribute to vehicle safety and quality checks to meet Halfords standards.

Skills

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance &

Full driving licence ≤9 points

Diagnostic experience (brakes/steering

Education

Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Job no: 566836
Work type: Full time
Site: Newport
Categories: Mechanic
Location: Newport
Salary: £39,600 per year
Business Area: Autocentres

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.

We're an equal opportunities employer and proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our one Halfords Family.