Vehicle Service Technician / Mechanic Specialist Garage – £32k–£36k Basic

Hawk Hiring; Lewes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Weekend-free

Brand-new workshop

Mentorship

Pension

Staff parking

Workwear provided

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Hawk Hiring in Lewes is seeking a Vehicle Service Technician with at least 2 years of hands-on workshop experience to join a brand-new specialist facility. You’ll perform routine servicing and core mechanical repairs while working with master technicians to develop diagnostic capabilities.

Expect a structured progression pathway, a Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends, and a modern workshop with high-spec diagnostic tools. Commitment to quality and pride in clean work is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years hands-on workshop experience in a professional garage, independent workshop, or dealership.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent time-served experience) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Strong servicing and mechanical skills with a focus on 4x4/SUV platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine vehicle servicing and multi-point safety inspections to high standards.
• Carry out core mechanical repairs including brakes, suspension, steering, clutches and exhaust.
• Use diagnostic software with senior technicians for electrical troubleshooting.
• Maintain bay safety, tool care and workshop housekeeping.
• Complete inspection reports and digital Vehicle Health Checks (VHCs).

Skills

2+ years experience

Driving licence

Mechanical repairs

Diagnostics software

4x4/SUV knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic software

Workshop equipment

Job description

Elevate Your Mechanical Skills in a Brand-New Specialist Workshop!

Are you an ambitious service technician or mechanic with at least 2 years of hands-on workshop experience, looking to step up into a specialist 4x4 and SUV environment with zero weekend work?

We are a highly rated, established independent specialist expanding into a brand-new, purpose-built facility in the Lewes area. We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Service Technician to carry out maintenance, routine repairs, and servicing while working alongside master technicians to level up your diagnostic capability.

If you have a solid 2-year foundation handling core mechanical repairs and servicing, a strong work ethic, and take genuine pride in clean work, we will invest in your continuous development.

Why Apply? (The Perks & Work Environment)

• £32,000 – £36,000 Guaranteed Base Pay: Competitive, market-leading basic salary with clear, structured progression pathways up to Senior Technician pay brackets.
• 100% Guaranteed Weekend-Free: Strictly Monday to Friday—enjoy every single weekend completely off to recharge.
• Brand-New Workshop Setup: Command a clean, well-lit bay inside a pristine facility fitted with modern hydraulic lifts, high-spec diagnostic software, and dedicated staff rooms.
• Master Tech Mentorship: Work alongside senior specialists across complex mechanical overhauls, 4x4 drive-line systems, and advanced diagnostic fault-finding.
• Pace Over Pressure: Ditch frantic, quick-fit assembly lines—focus on high-quality engineering and right-first-time repairs.
• Full Benefits Package: 28 days total paid holiday (20 days + 8 Bank Holidays), NEST pension scheme, workwear/PPE provided, and free secure staff parking on site.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Performing routine vehicle servicing, scheduled maintenance, and multi-point safety inspections to high standards.
• Carrying out core mechanical repairs including brakes, suspension components, steering setups, clutches, and exhaust systems.
• Utilizing diagnostic software alongside senior technicians to learn complex electrical troubleshooting and advanced fault-finding.
• Maintaining clean bay safety, proper tool care, and high-standard workshop housekeeping.
• Completing clear inspection reports and digital Vehicle Health Checks (VHCs).

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience working in a professional garage, independent workshop, or dealership setting.
• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served experience).
• Strong core servicing and mechanical skills with a desire to build expertise on 4x4 and SUV platforms.
• Reliable, quality-focused mindset with great attention to detail.
• Valid full UK driving licence.

Commutable Locations

Situated in the Lewes area with an easy daily commute across East and West Sussex:

• Ringmer & Malling: Local (5–10 mins)
• Brighton & Hove: 15 mins
• Uckfield: 15 mins
• Burgess Hill: 20 mins
• Hailsham: 20 mins
• Eastbourne: 25 mins

Please Note: Candidate Confidentiality is 100% Guaranteed. We understand the Sussex trade is close-knit. Your application will be handled with total privacy; we will never contact your current employer or disclose your inquiry without your explicit permission.