Junior Service Vehicle Technician (1 Year Experience Required)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-backed healthcare cover

28 days holiday

Workplace pension

Free secure staff parking

Job summary

Hawk Hiring in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled automotive technician for a full-time, permanent role in the Paddock Wood area. The position offers a guaranteed base salary between £28,000 and £35,000, negotiable by experience, with on-site parking and a comprehensive benefits package.

The role involves servicing multi-brand fleets, performing routine inspections and essential repairs, and advancing diagnostic skills with mentorship from senior technicians.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional, hands-on workshop or garage experience is strictly required.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds / IMI qualification is required.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Servicing & maintenance across multi-brand fleets.
• Core mechanical repairs including brakes, suspension, clutches, steering and related tasks.
• Diagnostic upskilling with exposure to electrical troubleshooting and scan tools.

Skills

Garage experience

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 / City & Guilds / IMI

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 Guaranteed Base (Negotiable Based On Experience)

Location: Paddock Wood Area (Free secure parking)

Hours: Monday – Friday | Shared Saturday Morning Rota

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 award-winning, family-run independent specialist in Paddock Wood holding a stellar 4.9-star rating with over 100 glowing customer reviews. Operating from a modern facility equipped with its own dedicated on-site training centre, we build our reputation on mechanical craftsmanship and honest advice.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Solid Basic Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 guaranteed base pay based on your current capability.
• Dedicated Training Facility: Direct daily access to our on-site training suite and employer-funded upskilling courses.
• Multi-Brand Variety: Work on everyday commuters through to prestige vehicles using advanced diagnostic tools.
• Pace Over Pressure: Take the time required to do jobs properly without aggressive flat-rate targets.
• Full Perks: Employer-backed healthcare cover, 28 days holiday, workplace pension, and free secure staff parking.

What You’ll Do

• Servicing & Maintenance: Routine servicing, safety inspections, and general maintenance across multi-brand fleets.
• Core Mechanical Repairs: Brakes, suspension, clutches, steering overhauls, and light mechanical work.
• Diagnostic Upskilling: Learn electrical troubleshooting and scan tool logic alongside senior master tech mentors.

What We Need

• Experience: Minimum 1 year of professional workshop experience in a garage or fast-fit centre.
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds / IMI qualification.
• Licence: Full UK Driving Licence.

Commutable Locations

• Paddock Wood: Local
• Tonbridge: 12 mins
• Royal Tunbridge Wells: 15 mins
• Maidstone: 20 mins
• Sevenoaks: 22 mins

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