Halfords
Vehicle Technician
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Vehicle Technician
Vehicle Technician/Mechanic
*On-target earnings up to £40,900
- Comprising a base salary of £31,480 - £34,000
- An uncapped monthly bonus scheme with average additional earnings of £6,900 per year Five days a week *Earn extra with our refer a friend scheme – T&C’s apply
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 already have skills 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, brakes, steering, and suspension systems.
Benefits
- 5.6 weeks’ annual leave
- Up to 50% off garage bills in our Autocentres, and 25% off most of our Halfords products in retail stores
- Discounts on groceries, shopping, insurance, days out, restaurants, and more
- Family & Friends Discount Events
- Opportunity to buy a Trade Price Bike & enroll 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
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We provide every opportunity for your career progression at Halfords, including access to hybrid training, as well as the ATA & MOT Tester Qualifications.
Skills and Experience
- Must have a Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
- OR time-served experience
- Must have a full driver’s licence with no more than 9 points
- Experienced Technician/Mechanic able to carry out:
- Diagnostic work (brakes, steering/suspension, engine)
- Complex repairs and replacements (coolant/diesel injectors, head gasket, brakes, electrical)
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Why Halfords?
We’re in an exciting growth phase—rapidly expanding 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 provider of automotive service, maintenance, and repair.
Join us, and be part of our success story in helping the nation safely return to the road.
Not sure if you meet all the criteria? We encourage you to apply anyway. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all colleagues and remain an equal opportunities employer, proud to welcome applications from all backgrounds and embrace diversity within our Halfords Family.
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