Vehicle Technician (£35k-£40k Basic – No Weekends) – Cheltenham

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Free on-site staff parking

Top-tier diagnostic tools

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician for our modern, well-equipped workshop. You will service and repair a range of cars and light commercials, working with top diagnostic tools in a clean, supportive environment, with weekends completely free.

The role covers cambelt and clutch replacements, MOT testing (where qualified), and accurate fault finding. Required are Level 2–4 mechanic qualifications (or City & Guilds) and a minimum of three years’ workshop

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' proven workshop experience.
• Level 2–4 mechanic qualifications or City & Guilds / equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence; MOT Tester qualification preferred (Class 4/5/7).

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and repairs across cars and light commercials.
• Perform cambelt and clutch replacements and routine maintenance.
• Handle MOT testing (Classes 4, 5, 7 where qualified) and diagnostics.
• Use modern diagnostic equipment and maintain accurate workshop records.

Skills

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Mechanic qualifications (Level 2/3/4)

City & Guilds / time-served equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician to join our modern, well-equipped workshop team in Cheltenham. Known for our professional standards, state-of-the-art facilities, and commitment to ongoing staff development, we provide a clean, supportive environment where your technical expertise across cars and light commercials is genuinely valued, and your weekends are completely your own.

The Rewards

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and qualifications).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:30—enjoy stable daytime hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Training & Development: Ongoing technical training opportunities to expand your skills and career progression.
• Perks & Environment: Company pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, top-tier diagnostic tools, and a supportive team culture without corporate pressure.

About Us

Located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, we are a leading independent MOT, service, and repair centre. We handle a wide variety of retail cars and light commercial vehicles, taking care of everything from routine maintenance and complex clutch/cambelt overhauls to systematic diagnostics and official MOT testing. We pride ourselves on top-tier workmanship, modern equipment, and maintaining a collaborative, productive workshop.

Your Role

As a key technical member of our Cheltenham workshop team, you will:

• Carry out servicing and repairs across a wide range of light commercial vehicles and retail cars.
• Perform cambelt and clutch replacements alongside general mechanical maintenance.
• Handle MOT testing (Classes 4, 5, and 7 where qualified) and prepare vehicles to strict safety standards.
• Use modern diagnostic equipment to accurately identify, troubleshoot, and resolve vehicle faults, completing clean and precise workshop records.

What You Need

• Qualifications & Experience: Level 2, Level 3, or Level 4 mechanic qualifications (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years of proven professional workshop experience.
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential. An official MOT Tester qualification covering Classes 4, 5, and/or 7 is strongly preferred.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools. A dependable work ethic, strong diagnostic capability, and a meticulous eye for detail.

Location & Search Reach

Our modern facility is strategically positioned in Cheltenham, offering fast daily commutes and excellent local road links via the A40, A435, and surrounding Gloucestershire corridors, with easy access for candidates travelling from Gloucester, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Stroud, Evesham, and surrounding local areas.