Motor Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

An established vehicle hire service in Huddersfield is looking for a skilled Level 3 Qualified Vehicle Technician or Level 2. The role involves working on a diverse fleet with a focus on diagnostics, electrics, and hybrid vehicles. You will receive mentorship and support for EV qualifications while enjoying benefits like a bonus scheme, enhanced overtime, and up to 26 days of vacation. Join a leading company committed to diversity and excellence.

Benefits

Bonus scheme (up to 8% of salary)

Enhanced overtime

24-26 days of holiday

Free life assurance (2x salary)

Well-being services

Vehicle-leasing schemes

Pension and share scheme

Benefits App for discounts

Stream App for financial wellbeing

Qualifications

• Level 3 Qualified Vehicle Technician or Level 2 required.
• Experience in diagnostics, electrics, clutches, gearboxes.
• Ability to work on Hybrid and Electric Vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of vehicles including LCVs and cars.
• Support and mentor team members for development.
• No upselling or customer pressure, focus on technical work.

Skills

diagnostics

electrics

clutches

gearboxes

Education

IMI Level 3 qualifications in EV and Hybrid technology

Job description

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Reference: DEC20258681

Expiry date: 09:55, Mon, 5th Jan 2026

Location: Huddersfield

Benefits: A superb range of exclusive benefits and discounts

Weekly Hours: 42.5 /week

About us:

Northgate Vehicle Hire Huddersfield is one of our largest and busiest sites. With six ramps currently in place and plans to expand to seven, we’re investing in our workshop to boost efficiency and support the growth of our talented team.

We’re now looking for a skilled and experienced Level 3 Qualified Vehicle Technician or Level 2 to join us. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident working on a wide range of vehicles. Key areas of expertise we’re looking for include diagnostics, electrics, clutches, and gearboxes.

At Northgate, we’re proud to work on a large number of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles. As part of your development, we’ll support you in achieving your IMI Level 3 qualifications in EV and Hybrid technology, along with other specialist training such as tail lift maintenance, windscreen repair, and AdBlue systems.

You’ll be working exclusively on our own fleet-no upselling, no customer pressure-just quality technical work. The fleet consists of around 90‑95% Light Commercial Vehicles (LCVs) and 5‑10% cars, giving you great variety and the chance to enhance your skills across different vehicle types.

Our Huddersfield workshop is home to a highly experienced and knowledgeable team, from our technicians through to our workshop manager. You’ll have the support and mentorship you need to grow your capabilities, expand your knowledge, and reach your full potential.

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)
• 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 financial wellbeing that gives you more control over your pay. It lets you choose when to get paid, put money aside each month and get discounts on your shopping and other benefits, and even connect 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.

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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