Vehicle Technician

Northgate Vehicle Hire Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle rental company in Birmingham is looking for a Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician to join their state-of-the-art workshop. This role offers a competitive salary and a superb range of benefits, including bonuses and professional development opportunities. The successful candidate will work with a variety of vehicles within a supportive team led by experienced managers. With a focus on growth and expertise, this position is ideal for those seeking a fulfilling career in the automotive industry.

Benefits

Bonus scheme up to 8% of salary

Enhanced overtime at time and a half

24 days annual leave

Life assurance

Well-being services

Vehicle leasing schemes

Pension scheme

Retailer discounts via benefits app

Financial Wellbeing app with discounts

Qualifications

• Must be Level 3 qualified in Vehicle Technology.
• Experience with light commercial vehicles is essential.
• Technical knowledge of vehicle systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on company owned and fleet managed vehicles.
• Collaborate closely with Workshop Manager and Controller.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.

Skills

Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Technology

Experience with LCVs

Technical knowledge

Education

Level 3 automotive qualification

Tools

State-of-the-art workshop tools

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Reference: FEB20263053

Expiry date: 11:01, Tue, 3rd Mar 2026

Location: Birmingham

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive, colleague only benefits and discounts

Open for Business! Birmingham has moved - Bigger & Better Equipped Workshop!

Weekly Hours: 42.5 hours / Day Shifts Only. As and when required overtime is available and this is paid at time and half.

Looking for a role where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your future is secure? We need your skills and expertise as a Level 3 qualified Vehicle Technician!

Step into our Birmingham workshops' new premises equipped with state-of-the-art tools and technology - an exciting opportunity to join us as we invest in a modern, future-ready working environment.

Our Birmingham team is backed by an experienced and knowledgeable group of technicians, long-standing team members ranging from 5 - 27 years’ service. Here, stability isn’t just promised - it’s proven.

You’ll work closely with our highly skilled Workshop Manager and Workshop Controller, giving you direct access to expert insight, guidance, and mentorship. A place where you can grow your capabilities, deepen your technical knowledge, and truly reach your full potential.

You’ll be working on a mixture of company owned and fleet managed vehicles, with guaranteed work from our National and Regional Key Accounts - circa 800 vans. The fleet is made up of 90-95% LCVs and 5-10% cars, ensuring consistency, security and the chance to enhance your skills across a variety of vehicle types.

With access to our industry leading Training School, continuous professional development, and a friendly, experienced team behind you, you’ll thrive in one of the UK’s most forward-thinking fleet workshops.

About your benefits:

An excellent basic salary, but there is much more available at Northgate Vehicle Hire than that. Some of our most popular benefits include (but are not limited to) …

• Fantastic bonus scheme (Up to 8% of Salary) (not time saved)
• Regular enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half (subject to business needs)
• 24 days annual leave rising to 26 with service (+ bank holidays) and an extra day's holiday to celebrate your birthday.
• Free life assurance
• Well-being services (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).
• Exclusive colleague vehicle-leasing schemes
• Pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme.
• Our Benefits App offers unlimited access to a vast range of retailer discounts and cashback deals (incl. Tesco, Asda, Curry's, and B&Q & Wickes, to name just a few)
• Stream- a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!

With over 60 branches nationwide, Northgate Vehicle Hire are the UK’s go-to provider of light commercial vehicle rental solutions, partnering with some of the country’s most well‑known organisations. We have gained a reputation for being at the forefront of the LCV sector and for helping our customers when they need us most.

We’re also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility. Unlock your potential in an industry‑leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.

We are agile. We are experts. We are imaginative. We are reliable.