Senior Diagnostic Technician: Heavy Repairs & Diagnostics

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free secure parking

Modern diagnostic equipment

Trade parts discounts

Supplied workwear

Job summary

Hawk Hiring is recruiting for a Vehicle Technician at a premier independent garage in Kettering, Northamptonshire. The role covers routine servicing to emissions diagnostics and complex mechanical overhauls across multi-brand vehicles.

You will work in a technician-first, collaborative site with a clear focus on right-first-time quality. Salary £35,000–£45,000 DOE, 20 days holiday, free parking, and staff discounts.

Qualifications

• Time-served mechanic with strong heavy mechanical repair and fault isolation skills.
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence.
• MOT Tester licence advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute heavy mechanical procedures including timing chains/belts, clutches, engine overhauls, and gearbox replacements.
• Utilise advanced multi-brand diagnostic platforms to trace, evaluate, and resolve faults.
• Complete servicing, multi-point health checks, and general maintenance to high specialist standards.
• Record technical notes on digital job cards and communicate progress with front-of-house staff.
• Maintain bay cleanliness, tool care, and health & safety protocols.

Skills

Heavy mechanical repairs & diagnostic

Diagnostic fault isolation

Education

NVQ Level 3/IMI Level 3 in LVMR

Tools

Multi-brand diagnostic platforms

Job description

Hawk Hiring is recruiting for a Vehicle Technician at a premier independent garage in Kettering, Northamptonshire. The role covers routine servicing to emissions diagnostics and complex mechanical overhauls across multi-brand vehicles.

You will work in a technician-first, collaborative site with a clear focus on right-first-time quality. Salary £35,000–£45,000 DOE, 20 days holiday, free parking, and staff discounts.