EV & Hybrid Vehicle Technician (£36k-£44k Basic + Bonus | 100% Mon-Fri | Ashford)

Hawk Hiring; Ashford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EV charging on-site

Workplace pension

PPE/tools provided

Free secure parking

31 days annual leave

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Ashford is seeking a skilled mechanic to specialise in high-voltage EV/Hybrid diagnostics and servicing. You will diagnose battery health, perform software updates, and carry out electrical fault-finding on BEVs and hybrids, while also handling traditional mechanical repairs.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, a full UK driving licence, and your own core hand tools.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (EV/Hybrid certs preferred).
• Experience in electronic diagnostics and wiring schematics.
• Full UK driving licence and own core hand tools.
• Safety-conscious and eager to work with high-voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-voltage system isolations, battery health diagnostics, and electric drive assembly repairs.
• Perform routine servicing, software updates, and complex electrical fault-finding on hybrid and BEV.
• Execute traditional mechanical repairs including suspension, braking, and steering overhauls.
• Maintain meticulous digital job records and high standards of workshop safety compliance.

Skills

EV/Hybrid certifications

Electronic diagnostics

Driving licence

Core hand tools

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Tools and PPE

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Solid Basic Salary: £36,000 to £44,000 per annum (aligned with technical capabilities and high-voltage certifications)
• Performance Incentives: Uncapped workshop efficiency bonus adding £4,000–£7,000+ per year
• Lifestyle Guarantee: Monday to Friday, 08:30 AM – 17:00 PM — ZERO SATURDAYS, ZERO WEEKENDS
• Specialist Training: Full sponsorship for IMI Level 3 & Level 4 High-Voltage EV/PHEV qualifications and diagnostic masterclasses
• Time Off: 31 days total annual leave (23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays)
• Perks: EV charging allowance on-site, workplace pension scheme, high-spec personal PPE/tools provided, and free secure parking

About Us

We are a premier, forward-thinking automotive technical hub based in Ashford specialising in modern green-energy drivetrains alongside premium internal combustion engines. Operating out of an ultra-clean, modern facility, we invest heavily in cutting-edge diagnostic software and technician safety. We pride ourselves on creating a tech-focused, zero-pressure environment where mechanics can step away from legacy spanner work and master next-generation vehicle technology. Every advert we run includes an "About Us" section so you know who we are, how we value our team, and why our staff stay long-term.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

• Conduct high-voltage system isolations, battery health diagnostics, and electric drive assembly repairs.
• Perform routine servicing, software updates, and complex electrical fault-finding on hybrid and battery-electric vehicles (BEV).
• Execute traditional mechanical repairs including suspension, braking, and steering overhauls across modern vehicle fleets.
• Maintain meticulous digital job records and high standards of workshop safety compliance.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (EV/Hybrid certifications preferred but fully funded if required).
• Experience: Strong background in electronic diagnostics, vehicle servicing, and wiring schematic interpretation.
• Mindset: Enthusiastic about electric mobility, safety-conscious, and eager to master high-voltage vehicle systems.
• Essentials: Full UK driving licence & own core hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Central Ashford tech park with free secure on-site parking (plus free EV charging).
• Road Links: Direct access off the M20 (Junction 9/10) and A28 corridors.
• Commutable From: Ashford, Folkestone, Hythe, Tenterden, Canterbury, Maidstone, and Romney Marsh.