Experienced Car Mechanic (£35,000 - £45,000 Basic | Established Local Garage)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Modern workshop tools

Clean working conditions

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Kent is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to carry out servicing, maintenance and repairs across a range of makes and models. You will fault-find with modern diagnostic equipment, work independently or in a small team, and uphold high standards in a tidy, safe workshop with on-site parking.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent), strong spanner skills, and a full UK driving licence with your own hand tools.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or solid time-served garage experience.
• Reliable spanner skills and diagnostic mindset.
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and comprehensive repairs across a range of makes and models.
• Perform accurate diagnostic fault-finding using modern equipment to deliver first-time fixes.
• Handle general garage repairs including brakes, suspension, clutches, timing belts and steering components.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and keep a clean, safe working bay.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Independent work

Team player

Spanner skills

Vehicle maintenance

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 basic salary per annum (negotiable dependent on experience and technical skill level)
• Hours: Monday to Friday standard workshop hours, with Saturday morning work operated on a manageable rota basis
• Time Off: Paid annual holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Security & Future: Stable employment within a long-established, trusted local business, plus workplace pension scheme
• Perks: Free on-site parking, modern workshop tools, clean working conditions, and a supportive, friendly team environment

About Us

We are a well-established, highly respected independent garage based in Farningham, Kent, with a long-standing reputation for honest advice, high-quality workmanship, and genuine customer care. We pride ourselves on running a proper, stress-free independent workshop where skilled technicians are valued for their craft without the rigid bureaucracy or unrealistic targets of main dealerships. 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

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and comprehensive mechanical repairs across a diverse range of makes and models.
• Perform accurate diagnostic fault-finding using modern equipment to deliver first-time fixes.
• Handle general garage repairs including brakes, suspension, clutches, timing belts, and steering components.
• Maintain high standards of quality control and keep a clean, safe working bay.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or solid time-served independent garage experience).
• Capabilities: Reliable spanner skills, strong diagnostic mindset, and comfortable working independently or as part of a close-knit team.
• Essentials: Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Farningham, Kent area with free on-site parking.
• Road Links: Convenient access via the A20, A2, and M25 corridors.
• Commutable From: Farningham, Dartford, Swanley, Gravesend, Sevenoaks, Bexley, and Orpington.