Classic & Modern Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester (£45k Basic | Prestige British Cars | Bournemouth)

Hawk Hiring LTD; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Company pension

Job security

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Bournemouth is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to join a premier independent workshop specializing in prestige and multi-brand vehicles.

You will conduct official MOT tests, perform routine servicing and diagnostics to high standards, and contribute to a clean, professional workshop environment with pride in craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• DVSA MOT Testing Licence is essential.
• Hands-on experience as Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic with diagnostic skills.
• Solid knowledge of routine maintenance, repairs and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Conduct official MOT tests on vehicles at the workshop.
• Perform routine maintenance and servicing to high standards.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults across multi-brand and prestige cars.

Skills

MOT Testing Licence

Vehicle diagnostics

Maintenance & repairs

Driving licence & hand tools

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £45,000 basic per annum (tailored directly to your technical skillset)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, standard workshop hours (NO WEEKENDS)
• Perks: 28 days' holiday, company pension scheme, and full job security in a permanent position
• Training & Development: Opportunities to work alongside specialist master technicians on classic and modern prestige British engineering
• Workload: Official Class 4 MOT tests, mechanical servicing, routine maintenance, and complex fault diagnosis on both iconic prestige marques (Rolls-Royce, Bentley) and standard multi-brand vehicles

About Us

We are a premier, long-established independent specialist based in Bournemouth, built on an enviable reputation for craftsmanship and quality. Steering completely clear of conveyor-belt testing and high-pressure dealership environments, we offer a clean, professional, and genuinely supportive workshop where pride in your work comes first.

Role Overview

Seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester to step into an established independent workshop specialising in prestigious British engineering alongside diverse multi-brand cars. You will be responsible for conducting official MOT tests, performing routine maintenance, and diagnosing complex mechanical and electrical faults to exceptionally high standards.

Requirements

• Active DVSA MOT Testing Licence (essential).
• Proven hands-on experience as a Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic with strong diagnostic skills.
• Solid foundational knowledge of routine maintenance, repairs, and mechanical problem-solving.
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Bournemouth (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Strategic position offering fast, direct commutes across Dorset and Hampshire.
• Public Transport: Excellent connections via Bournemouth mainline station and local bus services.
• Commutable From: Poole, Christchurch, Ferndown, and Ringwood.