Service Technician / Auto Mechanic (£35k–£40k Basic | No Weekends | Didcot)

Hawk Hiring LTD; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive workplace pension

Free on-site staff parking

Premium workwear provided

Down-to-earth team atmosphere

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD is seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a busy Didcot workshop. You will service vehicles, diagnose faults, and perform maintenance across multiple makes with focus on first-time fixes.

The role operates Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM with no weekend work, and offers a competitive pension, free on-site parking, quality workwear, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with proven workshop track record.
• Full UK driving licence and own hand tools are required.
• MOT Tester licence preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing and maintenance.
• Systematically diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
• Complete maintenance work across various makes and models.
• Ensure high first-time fix quality standards.
• Maintain digital service records accurately.

Skills

Reliable

Team player

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Own hand tools

Vehicle diagnostics familiarity

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic per annum (tailored directly to your experience and qualification level)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM (Guaranteed standard weekday schedule with STRICTLY ZERO WEEKENDS)
• Perks: Competitive workplace pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, premium workwear provided, and a down-to-earth team atmosphere
• Training & Development: Daily access to up-to-date diagnostic software and ongoing technical development support
• Workload: Routine servicing, safety health checks, general mechanical maintenance, diagnostic troubleshooting, and digital job records

About Us

Based in Didcot, we are a premier independent service and repair facility recognized for delivering exceptional vehicle maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and honest local customer care. We reject the high-pressure, target-driven corporate dealership structure. Instead, we have invested heavily in modern diagnostic equipment, specialist tooling, and multi-brand software to make your day-to-day job smoother, cleaner, and far more rewarding.

Role Overview

We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, close-knit team in Didcot. You will carry out routine vehicle servicing, systematically troubleshoot mechanical and electrical faults, complete maintenance work across various makes and models, and ensure high "first-time fix" quality standards.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with a proven workshop track record
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools
• Active MOT Tester licence or F-Gas certification is preferred, but not required
• Reliable, self-motivated team player with strong attention to detail and a great work ethic

Location & Commute

• Base: Didcot (Clean, modern, fully equipped independent workshop with free on-site staff parking)
• Road Links: Convenient access via the A34 corridor, providing fast daily commutes across Oxfordshire
• Public Transport: Excellent connections via Didcot Parkway mainline railway station alongside regional bus routes
• Commutable From: Abingdon, Wantage, Wallingford, Oxford, Reading, High Wycombe, and surrounding local areas