Vehicle Technician

Northgate Vehicle Hire Limited; Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

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Reference: FEB20263546

Expiry date: 11:02, Mon, 9th Mar 2026

Location: Inverness

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive benefits or discounts.

Vehicle Technician / Mechanic - Day Shifts Only
OTE £44,000 (£38,000 basic + bonus + overtime paid at time and a half)
42.5 hours per week | Fixed day shifts

At Northgate Vehicle Hire you’ll be working in a clean, modern workshop environment with the right equipment, systems and support to do the job properly. We invest heavily in our technicians through our IMI‑accredited training academy, giving you the opportunity to upskill into Hybrid & EV, electrics, braking systems, tail lifts and more.

There are clear progression routes for technicians who don’t want to stay on the tools forever, with opportunities to move into senior, specialist or off‑the‑tools roles as your career develops.

Northgate Vehicle Hire is one of the UK’s leading vehicle rental specialists, operating a modern in‑house fleet of around 49,000 vans and 19,000 cars across the UK, Ireland and Spain. All work is carried out in our own workshops, giving you variety without the pressure of customer‑facing jobs.

This role offers fixed day shift hours only, so no nights, no rotating patterns and a proper work‑life balance. Overtime is available when required and is paid at time and a half, not flat rate.

Alongside a strong basic salary and bonus, you’ll get practical benefits technicians actually use, including low‑cost vehicle hire, tools and fleet‑related perks.

If you’re a fully qualified Level 3 Technician or Mechanic looking for stability, progression and day‑shift hours in a professional workshop, we’d love to hear from you.

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.

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