Service Technician

There has never been a more exciting time to join Donnelly Group and advance your career. We can offer excellent facilities, industry‑leading pay, and full manufacturer training to support your continued development.

As a Service Technician, you’ll play a key role in diagnosing, repairing, and servicing vehicles while delivering an exceptional customer experience. Just as importantly, you’ll have the opportunity to build on your expertise through manufacturer pathways, ensuring your career continues to grow with structured training and support.

You must have complete L3 Light Vehicle studies and hold a full valid drivers licence to be considered for this role.

About The Role

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and service vehicles
• Carry out road tests to ensure quality standards
• Handle and store vehicle parts correctly
• Deliver a high-quality customer experience throughout the service journey

Candidate Requirements

• Fully qualified – NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent (City & Guilds, BTEC)
• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience in a technician role
• Prior use of manufacturer diagnostic equipment (training provided)
• Full valid driving licence
• High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work
• Enthusiasm for personal development and progression through the manufacturer pathway

Employee Benefits:

Supporting our people at work and beyond.

• 30 Days’ Holiday — increasing with long service
• Health Cash Back Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme — including GP Anytime
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Pension Provision & Life Assurance
• Access to Discounted Private Medical Cover
• Retail Discounts through BenefitHub
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Kingsbridge Diamond Membership Club
• Continuous Development & Learning

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

Donnelly Group is an equal opportunities employer.

The company reserves the right to expand the shortlisting criteria where necessary to facilitate the shortlisting process.

Apply now and take the next step in your career with Donnelly Group!

Required Criteria

• Completion of Apprenticeship in Light Vehicle Repair or equivalent BTEC or City & Guilds qualifications and/or equivalent time served experience
• Your commitment to achieve a manufacturer’s recognised qualification within an agreed timeframe
• A full UK Driving Licence
• Great communication skills with the ability to liaise with colleagues
• A high focus on continued development by adapting and learning new tools/techniques as needed, with a willingness to embrace change
• A mindset that prioritises health and safety matters

Skills Needed

Customer Service, Effective Listening, Technical Skills, Exceeding Customer Expectations, Mechanical Vehicular Repairs

About The Company

Careers at Donnelly Group

For over 70 years, Donnelly Group has grown from a small family business in Caledon into Northern Ireland’s largest family-owned motor retailer. Today, our people are at the heart of everything we do across 22 leading automotive brands and 9 locations.

Whether you're starting out, changing direction or taking the next step in your career, you'll find opportunities across sales, aftersales, technicians, customer service, finance, marketing, administration and management.

Join a diverse and inclusive workforce, where your contribution matters and there are opportunities to learn, develop and grow.

Explore our current vacancies and discover where a career with Donnelly Group could take you.

Company Culture

Our Values

Five shared values. One Donnelly family.

• Team Ethos
• Integrity
• Passion
• Trust & Respect
• Innovation

Employee Benefits

Supporting our people at work and beyond.

• 30 Days’ Holiday — increasing with long service
• Health Cash Back Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme — including GP Anytime
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Pension Provision & Life Assurance
• Access to Discounted Private Medical Cover
• Retail Discounts through BenefitHub
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Kingsbridge Diamond Membership Club
• Continuous Development & Learning

Company Benefits

Health insurance, Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee discounts, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Progression opportunities, Service recognition increases to annual leave, Company employee App

Salary

Not disclosed