Vehicle Technician / Diagnostic Specialist – Bath Dealership

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £35k–£40k

Weekdays only

Health & life insurance

On-site parking

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Bath is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join a busy workshop. You will carry out routine servicing, diagnostics and repairs using modern software to identify faults and restore vehicles to peak condition.

The role offers a Monday–Friday, 08:00–17:00 schedule with zero weekend shifts, a competitive £35,000–£40,000 salary plus bonus, pension, life insurance, onsite parking and staff discounts on vehicles and servicing.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in light vehicle maintenance & repair.
• Minimum 1–2 years in a busy workshop.
• F-Gas certification preferred or keen to obtain.
• Full UK driving licence; MOT Tester licence preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and complex mechanical repairs to high standards.
• Perform MOT inspections if qualified and in DVSA compliance.
• Use modern diagnostic tools to fault-find and repair.
• Maintain precise digital job records and work as a team.

Skills

Routine servicing

MOT inspections

Diagnostics

DVSA standards

Team player

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

City & Guilds / time-served equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Take your technical career to the next level with a premier automotive group in Bath! We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, friendly workshop team. As our group expands in both volume and innovation, we offer a high-standard, modern environment where your expertise is genuinely respected, supported, and rewarded with zero weekend shifts.

The Rewards

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your technical experience and skill level, plus performance bonus scheme).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday 08:00 – 17:00 schedule—enjoy stable, permanent weekday hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellbeing programme, free flu jabs, and life insurance policy.
• Perks & Development: Full support for advanced technical training, workplace pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, and significant employee discounts on vehicles and servicing.

About Us

We are a highly respected franchised dealership group based in Bath, representing world-class manufacturers. Known for technical excellence and customer trust, our workshop is a fast-paced, high-quality environment equipped with the latest diagnostic technology. We pride ourselves on being a technician-first business, offering a supportive atmosphere where enthusiasm and commitment are truly rewarded.

Your Role

As a vital member of our Bath technical team, you will:

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, complex mechanical repairs, and preventative maintenance to high technical standards.
• Perform MOT inspections (if qualified) in strict accordance with DVSA guidelines.
• Utilize modern diagnostic software and equipment to systematically fault-find and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain precise digital job records and deliver safe, clean "first-time fix" results.
• Work effectively as a team player, managing your own workflow smoothly under minimal supervision.

What You Need

• Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair. Minimum 1-2 years of hands-on experience in a busy workshop setting. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is required. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools. Self-motivated, organized, and enthusiastic about modern automotive engineering.

Location & Search Reach

Based in Bath, our facility is ideally located for a fast, straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Bristol, Trowbridge, Chippenham, Keynsham, Radstock, and surrounding Somerset and Wiltshire areas.