Mobile Vehicle Technician (Van) North Coast

Job description

VANRATH are pleased to be partnering with a prominent, multi-site automotive retail and aftersales group with an extensive UK footprint. As part of continued expansion within their field-based service operation, we are recruiting for a Mobile Vehicle Mechanic to join their growing team. This is covering the North Coast Area (Ballymena, Coleraine and surrounding areas)

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent role within a progressive organisation that continues to invest in technology, training and customer service excellence.

The Role

Reporting to the Mobile Service Manager, the successful candidate will operate as a fully qualified field-based technician, delivering maintenance, inspection and repair services directly to customers at their home or workplace.

You will act as a brand ambassador while ensuring vehicles are maintained safely, efficiently and in line with approved manufacturer and legislative standards.

Key duties will include:

• Carrying out scheduled servicing, mechanical repairs and fault-finding across a range of passenger vehicles
• Conducting vehicle health checks and providing clear, accurate diagnostic feedback
• Working strictly in accordance with manufacturer guidance, company procedures and current legislation
• Completing all job cards, service documentation and digital records accurately and within required timeframes
• Delivering a professional, customer-focused experience during every interaction
• Managing your own workload effectively while maintaining high productivity standards
• Supporting team knowledge-sharing and assisting less experienced colleagues where appropriate
• Maintaining safe working practices and ensuring all tools and equipment are used correctly

The Ideal Candidate

• Full qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (NVQ, City & Guilds or equivalent)
• Current ATA accreditation (or working towards)
• Proven experience within a dealership or high-volume automotive service environment
• Strong diagnostic capability and sound mechanical knowledge
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Confidence in customer-facing situations with a professional manner
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior technicians (desirable)
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 6 months with fewer than 9 penalty points
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package, company vehicle that can be kept overnight
• Bonus opportunity linked to performance
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
• Long-term career progression within a large automotive group
• Access to employee perks and discount schemes