Vehicle Dismantler (LCV’s)

SYNETIQ Ltd; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive parts recycler in Doncaster is seeking a dedicated Vehicle Dismantler. The role involves dismantling vehicles, ensuring parts are properly removed and logged, and collaborating with team members. Candidates must have experience with mechanical and body panels, a full UK driving license, and the ability to work outdoors. The company offers a range of benefits including ongoing training, a pension plan, and employee discounts.

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Uniform and PPE provided

28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Competitive basic salary

Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution

Employee discount on Vodaphone

Qualifications

• Experience working with cars either mechanical & body panels.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Dismantling parts according to job requests and maintaining quality standards.
• Completing records and tagging parts with stock numbers and vehicle details.
• Liaising with colleagues for advice and information updates.
• Stripping and scrapping vehicles as per company standards.

Skills

Experience working with cars (mechanical & body panels)

Knowledge of checking oils and hazardous chemicals

Good knowledge of health and safety regulations

Ability to lift and handle heavy weights safely

Able to work outdoors in all weathers

Tools

Own tools

Job description

We are currently looking for a dedicated Vehicle Dismantler to join our team in Doncaster.

Dismantlers are core to our parts recycling process and responsible for the removal of parts, engines, gear boxes.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

• Dismantling parts in line with job requests, locate appropriate vehicle, assess work required and organise forklift to remove vehicle from ramp to floor or stand
• Identify and locate part required, remove part, ensuring no damage to other parts of vehicle, check quality, model numbers etc.
• Complete relevant records (job request, log sheet etc.), mark up, tag and bag each part with stock number and vehicle details, place in designated order area in accordance with agreed standards
• Label each part with the engine size, year of car, make and model, store appropriately and arrange for parts to be recorded on database
• Liaise with colleagues (e.g. Parts Sales Team, Parts Checkers, other Dismantlers) to provide advice, obtain further information, update information and resolve problems
• Access database system to obtain further information on parts as required
• Strip and scrap vehicles in accordance with company standards, procedures and specific requirements
• Open LCV’s that have been deadlocked, locate electronic vehicle components e.g. ECUs, airbags, etc.
• Assist with the fulfilment of export orders as required
• Ensure that all paperwork and electronic records are completed accurately and on time
• Use your own allocated van to complete jobs and drop off parts
• Provide cover for any other appropriate and any other duties as may be required

Here’s what you bring:

• Experience working with cars either mechanical & body panels
• Knowledge of checking oils and other hazardous chemicals
• Good knowledge of health and safety regulations
• Full UK driving licence
• Provision of own tools
• Ability to lift and handle heavy weights in a safe manner
• Able to work outdoors in all weathers

What we offer:

• Day shift, Monday to Friday
• Fortnightly pay
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Uniform and PPE provided
• Free onsite parking
• Discounted parts and non-auction vehicles
• Employee discount on Vodaphone
• Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Competitive basic salary
• Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution

Please note:

We operate random drug and alcohol screening to ensure the safe operation of our business activities.

About LKQ SYNETIQ

Formed in 2025, LKQ SYNETIQ is a joint venture between LKQ Europe and SYNETIQ Ltd and represents a significant investment in building a sustainable circular economy for automotive parts.

Combining SYNETIQ’s dismantling and remanufacturing expertise with LKQ’s unrivalled distribution network, logistics infrastructure and automotive aftermarket customer base, the vision for LKQ SYNETIQ is to transform the availability and accessibility of recycled parts across Europe.

By unifying new, recycled and remanufactured parts under one catalogue, LKQ SYNETIQ is set to provide a game-changing solution for repairers seeking affordable, sustainable repair options while remaining compliant with rapidly evolving EU environmental regulations.

We reserve the right to close this this vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Company No. 11771655

VAT Number 315 694 587