Job Description

Vehicle Technician

We are looking for a technician to join our friendly and supportive team at our site in St Albans with a focus on delivering the service our customers have come to expect.


We specialise in the replacement of major units and components on modern cars and lcvs and have a large customer base including many of the largest insurance fleet and lease companies in the country.


The majority of our work is engine replacements on vehicles under 7 years old. We are looking for a technician who is looking to work with a friendly and supportive team with a focus on delivering the service our customers have come to expect.

Key Areas of Responsibility:

The repair and maintenance of modern cars and light commercial vehicles Confirming/ diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults with vehicles Replacement of major unit components such as engines, gearbox, fuel systems and turbos Conducting vehicle health (safety) checks and performing routine maintenance of vehicles Carrying out road testing and final vehicle checks before signing off repairs as complete Working as part of a team liaising with the workshop manager as jobs progress and supporting the sales team with the technical information required to gain approval for repairs, such as diagnosing the route cause of an component failure Ensuring good working practices, following Health & Safety guidelines at all times

The Ideal candidate:

NVQ Level 3 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or equivalent qualification Experience carrying out repair and replacement of major units such as engines, cylinder head injections system and turbos Experience working on modern light commercials and passengers cars Experience stripping engines to diagnose faults You must have your own tools A full UK driving Licence F Gas qualification Level 3 Electric/ Hybrid vehicle system repair and replacement qualification Diagnostic experience, both mechanical & electrical GSCE English and Mathematics qualifications to a grade C- 4 or equivalent Positive "Can Do" attitude Good house keeping skills. Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times

What we offer:

Day shift, Monday to Friday 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 Discounted parts and non-auction vehicles Employee discount on Vodaphone Paid day to volunteer for a charity of your choice Competitive salary Pension plan with 3.5% employer contribution

Please note:

This role is subject to a satisfactory DBS, right to work and reference checks.


We reserve the right to close this this vacancy early once a suitable candidate has been found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Who are we?

Owned by industry-leading auctioneer, RB Global, IAA annually processes tens of thousands of vehicles nationwide, serving an international buyer base in more than 170 countries including registered customers, insurers, dealerships, fleet lease and rental car companies as well as charitable organisations. Daily online auctions showcase salvage and non-salvage inventory, offering buyers a wide range of vehicles to choose from.

Company Overview

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. SYNETIQ is proud to have major household names in its portfolio, including insurers, accident management companies, fleets, police forces, logistics companies, vehicle repair body shops, and remanufacturers. With cutting-edge data and software solutions, multiple sites, a specialist vehicle recovery fleet and over 800 dedicated UK-based employees, customers and clients trust SYNETIQ to create bespoke solutions to deliver the maximum benefit for their business. For more information about SYNETIQ visit SYNETIQ.co.uk.