Automotive Technician | Excellent Package | Career Progression | £40k–£50k

Hawk Hiring LTD; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Company pension

Modern diagnostic tools

No weekends

Job summary

A highly respected independent workshop in Portsmouth is seeking a Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join their team. The role offers up to £50,000 base, Monday to Friday work, and a focus on quality over targets.

You'll service and diagnose across all makes and models using modern tools, perform major mechanical repairs, and benefit from 28 days holiday and a company pension. Based in Portsmouth with easy commutes from surrounding towns.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance (or equivalent).
• 3-5 years hands-on professional workshop experience.
• Valid full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle servicing, general maintenance, and multi-point safety checks across all makes and models.
• Utilise modern diagnostic software to trace, isolate, and repair electrical and mechanical faults.
• Execute major mechanical repairs, including clutches, timing belts, suspension systems, and brake overhauls.

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance

Tools

Modern diagnostic tools

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic – Up to £50k & NO Weekends!

Tired of unreasonable main dealer targets, micromanagement, and feeling like a cog in a machine? Step into a highly respected independent workshop in Portsmouth that prioritises quality craftsmanship over rushed jobs and respects your work-life balance!

About Us

We believe that top technicians do their best work when they’re supported, properly equipped, and given the freedom to fix vehicles right the first time. Operating out of a clean, modern facility in Portsmouth, we trade corporate stress and high-pressure targets for a positive, team-first environment. If you want supportive management, modern tooling, and a workplace that genuinely values your craft, your bay is ready.

What is in it for you:

• Competitive Base Pay: £32,000 – £50,000 basic salary (tailored directly to your skillset and experience)
• Reclaim Your Weekends: Strictly Monday to Friday ONLY —keep every Saturday and Sunday strictly for yourself
• Time Off & Benefits: 28 days holiday to relax and recharge, plus a structured company pension scheme
• Updated Equipment: Daily access to modern diagnostic tools and specialised workshop machinery
• Great Culture: Long-term job security, funded ongoing training pathways, and clean, comfortable breakroom facilities

What you will be doing:

• Performing routine vehicle servicing, general maintenance, and multi-point safety checks across all makes and models
• Utilising modern diagnostic software to logically trace, isolate, and repair electrical and mechanical faults
• Executing major mechanical repairs, including clutches, timing belts, suspension systems, and brake overhauls
• Requirements: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Repair & Maintenance (or equivalent experience), 3-5 years hands-on professional workshop experience, logical diagnostic abilities, and a valid full UK Driving Licence

Commutable Locations:

This role is based in Portsmouth, making it an easy, stress-free commute from Fareham, Gosport, Havant, Waterlooville, and Hayling Island.