Vehicle Mechanic & Technician (£35k–£40k Basic | State-of-the-Art Workshop)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

On-site parking

Workplace pension

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Cardiff is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our highly respected team. You will perform routine servicing, safety inspections, and diagnostic troubleshooting on diverse vehicles using advanced, multi-brand software, and carry out general mechanical repairs to high industry standards.

The role offers a competitive salary of £35,000–£40,000 plus generous benefits, a Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00 schedule, modern facilities, and a supportive team in a

Qualifications

• Solid diagnostic knowledge for routine vehicle maintenance.
• Proven workshop experience with light vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing to all makes/models.
• Perform safety inspections and diagnostic troubleshooting.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Routine maintenance

Mechanical repair

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Multi-brand diagnostic software

Hand tools

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 basic per annum (tailored directly to your technical experience and skill level)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (100% WEEKEND FREEDOM with strictly zero weekend shifts required!)
• Perks: Generous annual holiday allowance, free secure on-site staff parking, workplace pension scheme, career progression pathways, and a supportive team atmosphere
• Training & Development: Continuous technical training support and access to modern, high-spec multi-brand diagnostic tooling
• Workload: Routine servicing, safety inspections, general mechanical repairs across all makes/models, and diagnostic fault troubleshooting

About Us

Based in Cardiff, we operate a premier automotive facility focused on continuous improvement and employee appreciation. Known for our modern facilities, zero-corporate-pressure culture, and high staff retention, we reject rigid corporate stereotypes in favor of employee support, continuous technical development, and helping every team member reach their full potential in a clean, safe workspace.

Role Overview

Seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our highly respected team in Cardiff. You will carry out routine servicing, safety inspections, diagnostic troubleshooting using advanced multi-brand software, and general mechanical repairs across a wide variety of customer vehicles to high industry standards.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) with proven workshop experience
• Solid foundational knowledge of vehicle diagnostics, routine maintenance, and mechanical repair
• Valid DVSA MOT Smart Card or F-Gas certification is advantageous, but not essential
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools

Location & Commute

• Base: Cardiff (Free secure on-site staff parking)
• Road Links: Strategic position directly served by key routes including the M4 (J29/J30/J32), A48(M), and A470, offering fast commutes across South Wales
• Public Transport: Excellent connections via Cardiff Central and Queen Street mainline railway stations alongside regular regional bus services
• Commutable From: Newport, Penarth, Barry, Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Bridgend, Cwmbran, and surrounding local areas