Vehicle Technician – £45,000 + Bonus

Hawk Hiring LTD; London Borough of Bromley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Company pension

Bonus scheme

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Bromley is seeking an experienced Advanced Vehicle Technician to diagnose complex faults across modern vehicles in a well-equipped workshop. You will handle advanced diagnostics, repairs and routine servicing with VW Group brands, BMW and Mercedes-Benz, enjoying a challenging workload and clear progression.

Working Monday to Friday with no weekends, you will use dealer-level tools, benefit from ongoing training and a professional team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent automotive qualification.
• Experience as Vehicle Technician with strong diagnostic skills.
• Proven fault-finding ability and high workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

• Advanced vehicle diagnostics and fault-finding.
• Mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Vehicle servicing and routine maintenance.
• Diagnosing complex faults across modern vehicle systems.
• Automatic and DSG gearbox repairs.
• Timing belt/cambelt replacement and AdBlue diagnostics.
• Hybrid vehicle maintenance where qualified.
• MOT preparation and related repairs.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and workshop safety.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Problem solving

Education

NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds or equivalent

Tools

VAG ODIS

Job description

Location: Bromley, South East London
Salary: £45,000 basic + bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday – no weekends
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

£45,000 Basic. No Weekends. Advanced Diagnostics.

Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician who enjoys solving complex faults and working on modern vehicles?

Looking for better working hours, strong earning potential and a workshop where your technical skills are genuinely valued?

We're recruiting an experienced Advanced Vehicle Technician to join a well-established independent automotive specialist in Bromley.

You'll earn £45,000 basic plus bonus, enjoy Monday-to-Friday working and gain exposure to technically challenging work across VW Group vehicles, BMW, MINI and Mercedes-Benz.

This is an opportunity to move beyond routine servicing and develop your skills in a professional, well-equipped workshop with genuine opportunities for progression.

What We Offer

• £45,000 basic annual salary
• Bonus scheme to increase your earnings
• Monday to Friday – no weekend working
• Established independent specialist
• Friendly, professional working environment
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• VAG ODIS dealer-level diagnostic equipment
• Work across Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda and CUPRA
• Exposure to BMW, MINI and Mercedes-Benz
• Modern vehicle technology, including hybrid systems
• Advanced diagnostics and complex fault-finding
• Performance work and vehicle upgrades
• Ongoing technical training and development
• Use of workshop ramps in your spare time
• On-site parking
• Company pension

The Role

This is a hands-on technical position for a skilled technician who enjoys diagnosing problems, finding solutions and completing repairs to a high standard.

You'll work on a varied range of vehicles, tackling everything from routine maintenance to complex mechanical, electrical and diagnostic issues.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advanced vehicle diagnostics and fault-finding
• Mechanical and electrical repairs
• Vehicle servicing and routine maintenance
• Diagnosing complex faults across modern vehicle systems
• Automatic and DSG gearbox repairs
• Timing belt and cambelt replacement
• AdBlue and emissions system diagnostics and repairs
• Hybrid vehicle maintenance and repair, where qualified
• Performance-related work and vehicle upgrades
• MOT preparation and associated repairs
• Carrying out MOT tests, if appropriately qualified
• Completing repairs accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and workshop safety

The workshop has VAG ODIS dealer-level diagnostic equipment, providing manufacturer-level diagnostic capability for Volkswagen Group vehicles.

If you enjoy technical challenges and want to expand your diagnostic experience, this role offers plenty of variety.

About You

We're looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician with strong mechanical knowledge, excellent diagnostic skills and pride in their workmanship.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician or Automotive Technician
• Strong mechanical knowledge and diagnostic skills
• Proven fault-finding ability
• Confidence diagnosing and repairing faults independently
• A methodical approach to technical problem-solving
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail
• A professional and reliable attitude

Desirable experience and qualifications:

• NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds or equivalent automotive qualification
• Experience working with VW Group vehicles
• Familiarity with Volkswagen, Audi, SEAT, Škoda or CUPRA
• Experience with BMW, MINI or Mercedes-Benz
• Advanced diagnostic experience using manufacturer-level equipment
• Experience with automatic or DSG gearboxes
• Knowledge of modern hybrid vehicle systems
• Experience with performance modifications or tuning
• MOT testing experience or an MOT Tester qualification

You don't need to have experience with every manufacturer listed. Strong diagnostic ability, a solid mechanical background and a willingness to develop your skills are what matter most.

Why Make the Move?

If you're currently working in a main dealership or independent garage and want a better work-life balance without losing the technical challenge of the job, this could be an excellent next step.

You'll benefit from:

• Competitive basic pay plus bonus
• Every weekend off
• A specialist workshop with advanced diagnostic equipment
• A varied workload across multiple manufacturers
• Opportunities to work on complex faults and modern vehicle technology
• Ongoing training and career development
• A professional environment where quality workmanship matters

This is a chance to put your experience to good use, develop your technical expertise and build a long-term career with an established independent specialist.