Vehicle Technician

Here at SYNETIQ, we work with customers and clients to offer affordable, sustainable motoring solutions that don’t cost the earth. Our services are for customers looking for quality used car parts and businesses who want to maximise the financial and environmental return of their vehicles.

The Opportunity:

If you’re a qualified vehicle technician that enjoys a fast-paced, exciting and varied working environment, then look no further.

We are currently recruiting for a Vehicle Technician to join our Mechanical Solutions Team at our site in St Albans. You’ll be working on a wide range of vehicles for some of the most prestigious insurance, fleet and lease companies in the UK. We’re looking for a engine-savvy technician to replace and repair major mechanical units to the highest level and standards.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

  • Liaising with the Workshop Manager with any issues or questions when issues arise working on client vehicles
  • Using computer software to find faults along with visible and manual checks
  • Selecting appropriate parts for vehicles when required
  • Using manufactures information on levels and tightening torques for components when needed
  • Fitting new and green salvage units and other worn-out parts that are required
  • Carrying out road testing and final vehicle checks before signing off repairs as complete
  • Making sure the safety check sheet is filled out correctly before and while working on client vehicles
  • Making sure work & safety procedures are carried out

Here what you bring: Good IT Skills:

  • Experience working to tight deadlines and under pressure
  • Broad knowledge of motor vehicles
  • Level 3 in Vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Basic English and Mathematics qualifications
  • Able to work off own initiative
  • Able to manage and prioritise workloads
  • Positive “Can Do” attitude
  • Heath & Safety awareness

What we offer:

• Competitive basic salary

• Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution

• 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• Uniform and PPE provided

• Free onsite parking

• Benefithub (World’s largest selection of Employee Discounts and Lifestyle Benefits)

• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

• Cycle to work scheme

• Discounted parts and non-auction vehicles

• Employee discount on Vodaphone

• Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice

• Day shift, Monday to Friday

This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS, Finance, Right to work and reference checks

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

Who are we?

SYNETIQ Ltd., the UK-based business unit of IAA Holdings, LLC (IAA), an RB Global, Inc. company, is the leading integrated salvage, dismantling and vehicle recycling company in the UK, formed to become the most innovative and trusted business in the industry. An integrated, data-driven and innovative business, SYNETIQ has led the way in raising industry standards and continually innovates ways of working to deliver great value, ensure complete compliance and provide a positive experience.