Motor Mechanic

Northgate Vehicle Hire Limited; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle rental company in Glasgow seeks a Motor Mechanic responsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles to ensure safety and compliance. Candidates must be Level 2 Qualified Technicians with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or fully qualified Level 3 Technicians. The role offers a competitive salary alongside numerous benefits, including a bonus scheme, enhanced overtime, and additional leave options. Join a company committed to inclusivity and career development.

Benefits

Bonus scheme (up to 8% of salary)

Enhanced overtime, paid at time and a half

24 days holiday, increasing to 26 with service

Extra day off for birthday

Life assurance (2x salary)

Well-being services

Exclusive vehicle leasing schemes

Pension and save-as-you-earn scheme

Discounts through Benefits App

Stream App for financial wellbeing

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as a technician/mechanic.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair safely and legally.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the maintenance and repair of vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are safe and legally compliant for customers.

Skills

Level 2 Qualified Technician

Mechanical skills

Experience in vehicle maintenance

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Technician qualification

Job description

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Motor Mechanic

Reference: JAN20260406

Expiry date: 11:53, Mon, 2nd Feb 2026

Location: Glasgow

Benefits: A superb range of Exclusive, Colleague only Benefits and Discounts.

Hours: 40 hrs p/w Monday to Friday - 4 day week/rota basis 7am to 5:30pm, overtime available on days off paid at time and a half

About us: We are the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists that you may not have heard of. Our branches cover the UK, Ireland and Spain, our workshops maintain and repair our own fleet. Within the UK we operate circa 49,000 Vans and 19,000 Cars so there is a good variety of vehicles to work on.

Discover our flagship branch at Northgate Vehicle Hire, perfectly situated right next to the M8 motorway and one of the largest outdoor shopping centres. Not only is it fresh and inviting, this state‑of‑the‑art facility is our biggest yet, boasting 9 ramps to keep you moving with unparalleled efficiency. But that’s not all - we’re also proud to have Auxillis running out of this location, making it a fully integrated branch where all your vehicle hire and accident management needs are covered under one roof.

Experience the best in vehicle hire and service at Northgate Vehicle Hire - where size, convenience, and comprehensive care come together seamlessly!

About you: As a Vehicle Technician you are responsible for the maintenance and repair of our vehicles to ensure they are safe and legally compliant for our customers to hire. If you are Level 2 Qualified Technician with at least 3 years employment as a technician/mechanic or fully qualified Level 3 Technician / Mechanic, we would love to hear from you.

About our training: We have our own internal IMI accredited training department, where we can upskill you on such things as Hybrid & EV vehicle repair, Tail lift, braking systems, electrics etc:

• For those trained to Level 2, you can take a training needs analysis so we can build a personalised training program for you to increase your skillset

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)
• Start with 24 days, increasing to 26 days with service , plus the flexibility to buy or sell up to 5 extra days each year . Of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday !
• free life assurance (2x your salary)
• Well-being services (incl. Colleague Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance).
• Exclusive colleague-only 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 App for all our colleagues - 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.