Vehicle Service Technician (£35k Basic + £42k OTE | Mon-Fri + Sat Rota | Gillingham)

Hawk Hiring; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Aftersales/vehicle discounts

On-site parking

EV/Hybrid training provided

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Gillingham seeks an automotive technician for multi-brand servicing and diagnostics, working on modern cars and light commercial vehicles. Base pay £35,000 per annum with achievable £42,000 OTE via a clear productivity bonus.

Fully funded EV/hybrid training is provided, plus a company pension and sick pay. Work pattern is Mon–Fri with occasional Saturday mornings on a rotating basis; on-site parking is free, with access to a well-equipped workshop and staff discounts on

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Experience with general servicing, inspection routines and diagnostics.
• Enthusiasm for modern EV and hybrid powertrains.

Responsibilities

• Multi-brand maintenance: servicing and health checks on a range of vehicles.
• Perform diagnostics and fault finding using modern tools.
• Carry out core mechanical repairs and ensure high first-time fix rates.

Skills

Team player

Workshop servicing

Diagnostic ability

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Service resets

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Guaranteed Basic Pay: £35,000 basic salary per annum
• Achievable Earnings: £42,000 OTE with a transparent, clear productivity bonus structure
• Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday primary hours, plus manageable Saturday mornings on a rotating basis
• Advanced Training: Fully funded, official manufacturer EV/Hybrid high-voltage training and multi-brand technical development
• Financial Protection: Enrolment in company pension scheme, employee sick pay scheme, and aftersales/vehicle discounts
• On-Site Amenities: Modern, well-equipped workshop floor with clean facilities, personal protective equipment provided, and free secure staff parking

About Us

We are a premier, family-run multi-brand automotive group with a 40-year legacy of excellence across Kent and the Medway Towns. Operating out of our Gillingham workshop, we combine main-dealer technology and training with a supportive, close-knit team culture managed by long-standing leaders who know every technician by name. We focus on proper workmanship, long-term employee retention, and genuine professional respect. 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

• Multi-Brand Maintenance: Execute scheduled servicing, multi-point vehicle health checks (VHC), and light repairs across a varied range of modern passenger cars and commercial vehicles.
• Precision Diagnostics: Utilize modern diagnostic systems to read fault codes, run service resets, and troubleshoot electronic systems.
• Core Mechanical Repairs: Replace worn braking components, steering parts, suspension units, tyres, and fluid assemblies.
• High Standards: Work collaboratively with workshop controllers to maintain prompt completion times and high first-time fix rates.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or recognized time-served equivalent).
• Skill Set: Solid background in general vehicle servicing, inspection routine, and basic diagnostic fault-finding.
• Mindset: Enthusiastic team player with a desire to build expertise in modern EV and hybrid powertrains.
• Essentials: Full UK driving licence & own hand tool setup.

Location & Commute

• Base: Gillingham, Medway area with free secure on-site parking.
• Road Links: Prime location with fast access right off the A2, M2 (Junction 4), and A278 link roads.
• Commutable From: Gillingham, Chatham, Rochester, Rainham, Sittingbourne, Maidstone, Gravesend, and Isle of Sheppey.