Service Technician / Mechanic

Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

1/8/2025

Job Description

Location: Donnelly Group, Mallusk Way

Due to exceptional growth, we require technicians with the ability to work with multi-brand cars to join our team in Mallusk.

The role includes understanding vehicles re-conditioning, preparing to the highest mechanical standard, servicing, replacing brakes, timing belts etc and accurately completing service records. You will also be involved in all aspects of maintaining and repairing the vehicles during the warranty period which will include fault finding using the very latest diagnostic equipment. You will ensure the effective use of your technical knowledge and skills enabling efficient, economic and safe servicing and repair of customer vehicles with a ‘right first time’ approach.

About The Role

Who do we need?

• Currently completing level 3 or fully qualified - NVQ Level 3 in relevant course or equivalent (e.g. City and Guilds, BTEC);
• It is essential that the person has at least 2 years’ experience working within a multi-brand or non-franchise environment either as an apprentice or time served technician
• Prior use of diagnostic equipment such as snap on or launch however full training will be provided
• A full driving licence is essential
  
  

An Industry Leading Remuneration Package Includes

• Contributory Pension/life assurance scheme
• Training available to ensure continued career progression
• Performance related bonus
• Company Health & Well being package which includes membership of Kingsbridge Hospital Diamond Club
• 30 days annual leave
• Cycle to work scheme
  
  

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Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and the post holder will be required to undertake any other reasonable duties discussed and directed by the line manager.

The company reserves the right to expand the short listing criteria to facilitate the short listing process.

Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer

Skills Needed

Servicing, Managerial / Operational, Manufacture / Production

About The Company

The Donnelly Group has been synonymous with the motor industry in Northern Ireland since 1947 when Peter Donnelly started a vehicle repair and taxi business in Caledon on the border of Co Tyrone and Armagh. Since then the Donnelly Group has become the largest family-owned automotive company in Northern Ireland. We offer competitive salaries, industry-leading work-life balance, generous holiday allowance, continuous training and development, wide-ranging benefits, and an opportunity to give volunteering time back to the communities within which we serve through the Donnelly Group Foundation.

Company Culture

Our teams across all our branches get involved with fundraising for our nominated charity partner, through football tournaments, Donnelly Group bake-off events, dragon boat racing, abseiling, cycling events as well as having a ‘Foundation Day’; a paid day off, to get involved with community projects. We like to feel that we work hard and play hard.

Desired Criteria

Required Criteria

• A full UK Driving Licence
• Great communication skills with the ability to liaise with colleagues
• Currently completing level 3 or fully qualified - NVQ Level 3 in relevant course or equivalent (e.g. City and Guilds, BTEC)
• It is essential that the person has at least 2 years’ experience working within a multi-brand or non-franchise environment either as an apprentice or time served technician
• Prior use of diagnostic equipment such as snap on or launch however full training will be provided
  
  

Closing DateWednesday 22nd January, 2025

Contract Typefulltime

SalaryBased on Experience