Class 4 MOT Tester & Service Technician (£35k–£45k Basic + Bonus | Independent | Nottingham)

Hawk Hiring LTD; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Modern ATL equipment

Staff discounts

Workwear provided

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD is seeking a dedicated MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician to join our Nottingham workshop. You will conduct DVSA inspections, log test results, and perform light service repairs alongside a supportive team in a modern ATL-equipped facility.

The role requires a mandatory DVSA Smart Card or MOT Tester Licence, a full UK driving licence, your own hand tools, and a methodical, compliant approach to DVSA standards. Base location Nottingham with easy commute options.

Qualifications

• Active DVSA Smart Card / Valid MOT Tester Licence (Mandatory).
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conduct DVSA inspections and log test results.
• Carry out light service repairs across a varied customer vehicle mix.

Skills

DVSA Smart Card

MOT Tester Licence

Full UK driving licence

Own hand tools

Education

NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + team productivity bonus
• Hours: Monday to Friday schedule + Saturday mornings operated on a fair team rota basis
• Perks: 28 days paid holiday (20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), workplace pension scheme, modern Automated Test Lane (ATL) equipment, staff parts discounts, supplied workwear, and free secure on-site parking
• Workload: DVSA Class 4 vehicle inspections, pre-MOT rectifications, routine light servicing, brake maintenance, lighting repairs, and emissions rectifications

About Us

We are a busy, modern independent service centre operating in the Nottingham area. Known for our clean, fully updated testing station, zero-corporate-pressure culture, and strong team support, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality vehicle safety inspections while offering a stable, well-managed environment for our technical staff.

Role Overview

Seeking a dedicated MOT Tester / Vehicle Technician to join our expanding workshop team. Operating out of an updated ATL bay supported by front-of-house advisors, you will be responsible for conducting thorough DVSA inspections, logging test results, and carrying out light service repairs across a varied customer vehicle mix.

Requirements

• Active DVSA Smart Card / Valid MOT Tester Licence (Mandatory).
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served garage background).
• Methodical testing approach with strong commitment to DVSA compliance and honest trade standards.
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Nottingham Area (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Centrally positioned with direct connections via the A60, A52, and M1 (Junctions 25/26), offering fast daily commutes across Nottinghamshire.
• Public Transport: Excellent connections via Nottingham Station, local NET tram routes, and regional bus services.
• Commutable From: Beeston, West Bridgford, Hucknall, Arnold, Long Eaton, and Ilkeston.