Vehicle Technician / Diagnostic Specialist – Didcot Workshop

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £35,000–£40,000

Mon-Fri 08:30–17:30

Pension

On-site parking

Workwear provided

Modern workshop

Job summary

Hawk Hiring in Didcot is seeking a Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join a busy independent workshop. You will perform servicing, diagnostics, and maintenance across multiple makes with modern diagnostic gear in a clean, fully equipped facility.

The role offers a Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:30 schedule with zero weekend shifts, a competitive £35k–£40k salary, a pension, on-site parking, and ongoing technical development.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with workshop experience.
• F-Gas certification preferred or an interest in obtaining it.
• Full UK driving licence required; MOT Tester licence preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, safety checks and maintenance across a range of makes and models.
• Utilise up-to-date diagnostic tools and scanners to troubleshoot faults.
• Complete thorough diagnostic work with high first-time fix quality.
• Work productively with a skilled team to maintain workshop flow.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

Diagnostics

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

F-Gas certification preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Tired of chasing unrealistic efficiency targets for a corporate dealership that views you as just a number? It is time to work somewhere your skills are actually valued.

We are hiring a Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, close-knit team at a highly rated, long-established independent specialist in Didcot. We have spent years building a clean, modern, and fully equipped workshop where your diagnostic and mechanical expertise is respected, your hard work is fairly rewarded, and your work-life balance is prioritized with zero weekend shifts.

The Rewards

• Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your experience and qualification level).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30—enjoy a stable, standard weekday schedule with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Benefits & Security: Competitive workplace pension scheme, free on-site parking, premium workwear provided, and a down-to-earth team atmosphere.
• Perks & Environment: Modern, fully equipped workshop, daily access to up-to-date diagnostic software, and ongoing technical development support.

About Us

Based in Didcot, we are a premier independent service and repair facility recognized for delivering exceptional vehicle maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and honest local customer care. We reject the high-pressure, target-driven corporate dealership structure. Instead, we have invested heavily in modern diagnostic equipment, specialist tooling, and multi-brand software to make your day-to-day job smoother, cleaner, and far more rewarding.

Your Role

As a vital Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our Didcot workshop, you will:

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing, safety health checks, and general mechanical maintenance across a wide variety of makes and models.
• Utilize up-to-date diagnostic tools and computer scanners to systematically troubleshoot, investigate, and resolve mechanical and electrical faults.
• Complete thorough maintenance & diagnostic work, ensuring consistently high "first-time fix" quality standards.
• Work productively alongside a skilled team of motor mechanics to maintain a smooth and efficient workshop flow.

What You Need

• Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair with a proven track record in a professional workshop setting. F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not required.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools to manage daily repair tasks effectively. Reliable, self-motivated team player with great attention to detail and a strong work ethic.

Location & Search Reach

Located in Didcot, our workshop facility offers a quick and straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Abingdon, Wantage, Wallingford, Oxford, Reading, High Wycombe, and the surrounding Oxfordshire areas.