Vehicle Technician Classic & Track Specialist

Hawk Hiring; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Standard workplace pension scheme

28 days holiday (including Christmas)

Free secure on-site parking

Uniform provided

Job summary

Hawk Hiring Ltd in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled Vehicle Technician to join a busy workshop in Shoreham-by-Sea, handling MOT testing, routine servicing, and general repairs across all makes with specialist MINI work and motorsport track prep.

You will work Monday to Friday, 8:30–17:30, with weekends off, and benefit from training and progression as part of a heritage-focused independent shop with modern diagnostic systems and a passion for classic vehicles.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of technician experience
• Passion for classic vehicles, motorsport, and all-makes servicing
• Full UK driving licence and own tools

Responsibilities

• MOT testing, routine servicing, and repairs across all makes
• Specialized modern MINI work, engine rebuilds, and motorsport track prep

Skills

Two+ years exp

MOT Testing

Diagnostics

All-makes servicing

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 or time-served

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 basic per annum (Tailored to experience, open from mid-level tech up to Master Technician)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30–17:30 (NO WEEKENDS | Enjoy every weekend off)
• Perks: Standard workplace pension scheme, 28 days holiday (including Christmas shut-down), free secure on-site parking, all uniform provided
• Training & Progression: Continuous upskilling across modern diagnostic systems, classic vehicle restoration techniques, and race-prep setup

About Us

We are an established independent specialist in Shoreham-by-Sea with over 70 years of heritage. Best known as regional experts in Modern MINIs and multi-brand servicing, we also take on unique historic builds, classic restorations, and custom track/motorsport projects—including building custom race cars that have competed in 24-hour endurance events. We combine main dealer diagnostic capability with the passion of a true specialist workshop.

Role Overview

Seeking a skilled Vehicle Technician to join our workshop team. You will handle a dynamic mix of work—combining everyday MOT testing, routine servicing, and general repairs across all makes and models with specialized modern MINI work, engine rebuilds, classic restorations, and motorsport track prep.

Requirements

• Open to candidates with 2+ years of technician experience up to fully qualified Master Technicians (NVQ Level 3 or time-served equivalent)
• Strong mechanical skills with a genuine passion for classic vehicles, motorsport, and all-makes servicing
• Confidence with modern diagnostic equipment (MOT Smart Tester status is a bonus, but not essential)
• Full UK driving licence & own tools
• High attention to detail and strong team work ethic

Location & Commute

• Base: Shoreham-by-Sea area
• Commutable From: Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Lancing, Portslade, Steyning, Henfield