Junior Service Vehicle Technician (1 Year Experience Required)

Hawk Hiring; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay

Weekend-free schedule

Training funded

Friendly team

Leave + Pension + Parking

Job summary

Hawk Hiring in Sittingbourne is seeking a skilled automotive technician for a full-time, permanent role. The position offers a guaranteed base salary of £28,000–£35,000 depending on experience, with no weekend shifts and standard Monday–Friday hours.

You’ll join a busy independent workshop known for honest workmanship and strong team support. Benefits include paid annual leave, a company pension and free secure staff parking on-site.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional, hands-on workshop or garage experience is required.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• General servicing of vehicles across diverse makes and models.
• Mechanical repairs including brakes, suspension, steering, clutches and exhaust components.
• MOT preparation and diagnostics support with senior technicians.

Education

NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 Guaranteed Base (Tailored Directly to Experience)

Location: Sittingbourne Area (Free secure parking)

Hours: Monday – Friday (Standard Workshop Hours) | Strictly NO Weekends!

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

EXPERIENCE FILTER – PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

Minimum 1 year of professional, hands-on workshop or garage experience is STRICTLY REQUIRED.

Candidates with no previous commercial garage experience will NOT be contacted or considered.

About Us

We are an established independent specialist in Sittingbourne known across Swale for top-tier workmanship and customer honesty. We combine multi-brand variety with a close-knit team culture where technicians are valued and supported in their career progression.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Strong Base Pay: £28,000 – £35,000 guaranteed basic salary matching your skill level.
• 100% Weekend-Free Schedule: Monday to Friday standard hours—strictly zero weekend rotas, ever!
• Funded Skills Training: Employer-backed courses to expand your diagnostic capabilities and mechanical skills.
• Friendly Team Culture: Work alongside approachable technicians with management that actually has your back.
• Full Perks: 28 days paid annual leave, company pension scheme, and free secure staff parking right outside.

What You’ll Do

• General Servicing: Routine servicing, inspection checks, and vehicle maintenance across diverse makes and models.
• Mechanical Repairs: Brakes, suspension, light steering work, clutches, and exhaust component replacements.
• MOT Prep & Diagnostics: Assist with MOT test prep and shadow senior techs on scan tool fault-finding.

What We Need

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional experience in an independent garage or dealership setting.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Licence: Full UK Driving Licence.

Commutable Locations

• Sittingbourne: Local
• Faversham: 12 mins
• Rainham & Gillingham: 12–15 mins
• Sheerness / Isle of Sheppey: 15 mins
• Maidstone: 20 mins

100% Confidential Guarantee

Your application is treated with 100% confidentiality. We will never contact your current employer without explicit consent.

Meet the 1-year experience requirement?