VAG Vehicle Technician / Mechanic (£45k Basic | £50k+ OTE | Worthing | Brand Training)

Hawk Hiring; Worthing; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive staff car benefit scheme

Company service discounts

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Worthing is seeking a skilled technician to perform routine servicing and advanced diagnostics on VW Group vehicles. You will join a specialist workshop that supports a high-standard service environment and ongoing VW training programmes.

Role requires NVQ3 in light vehicle maintenance, VW Group experience, full UK licence and your own tools. Benefits include a staff car scheme and service discounts, with a strong focus on career development.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).
• Experience in a VAG main dealer or specialist VW Group workshop.
• Full UK driving licence and own tools.
• Strong diagnostic capability.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, VAG diagnostics, mechanical maintenance and safety inspections to manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults across VW Group vehicles using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment.
• Complete repair documentation, job cards and health checks efficiently in line with workshop targets.

Skills

Diagnostics

VAG experience

Tools ownership

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Earnings: Up to £45,000 basic salary per annum + smashing past £50,000+ realistic OTE through high-performance bonuses
• Bonuses: Efficiency-based Time Saved Bonus (TSB) tailored for Volkswagen Group specialists, weekly attendance reward (£50/week), and customer car purchase bonus (£50 per vehicle)
• Time Off: 33 days total leave (25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), scaling up to a massive 38 days with long-term service
• Hours & Breaks: Standard working hours with a generous 1-hour daily lunch break (flexible as two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch)
• Wellbeing & Security: Healthcare cash plan, discounted private medical cover, Life Assurance, and a contributory pension scheme
• Perks: Exclusive staff car benefit scheme and company service discounts

Training & Development

• Official VAG Manufacturer Training: Supercharge your technical career with full access to prestigious Volkswagen Group training programmes and industry-leading pathways at the National Learning Centre—staying at the absolute cutting edge of VAG tech, from advanced ODIS diagnostics to full electric vehicle (EV/hybrid) specialisations.

About Us

We are a premier automotive retail group with a history dating back over 150 years. As an authorized specialist partner for top-tier German marques, our state-of-the-art Worthing site is a powerhouse of technical excellence and customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on creating a high-energy, professional, and supportive working environment where our Volkswagen Group technicians are given the tools, training, and backing to build legendary long-term careers. 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, complex VAG diagnostics, mechanical maintenance, and safety inspections to the highest manufacturer standards.
• Accurately diagnose and repair intricate electrical and mechanical faults across Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Skoda, and VW Commercial vehicles using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment.
• Complete all repair documentation, job cards, and health checks efficiently in alignment with workshop efficiency targets.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent industry-recognised qualification).
• Experience: Proven technical experience working within a VAG main dealer or specialist Volkswagen Group workshop environment.
• Essentials: Strong diagnostic capability, full UK driving licence, and own tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Worthing site (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Convenient access via major regional roads across West Sussex.
• Public Transport: Easily accessible via local rail and bus routes.
• Commutable From: Worthing, Brighton, Shoreham-by-Sea, Littlehampton, Bognor Regis, and Horsham.