Vehicle Technician | Highly Rated Garage | Excellent Team & Workshop

Hawk Hiring; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Free Ramp Access

Dealer-level Diagnostics

High Variety of work

Job Stability & Growth

Job summary

Hawk Hiring is recruiting a Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester for a modern workshop in Letchworth. You will handle servicing, MOTs, diagnostics and complex overhauls across a wide range of vehicles.

The role offers a competitive salary (£35k–£42k) with a Mon-Fri 08:00–17:00 schedule and one Saturday morning per month, plus access to dealer-level diagnostic systems and ongoing technical development in a stable independent business.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional workshop experience.
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
• Valid full UK Driving Licence and active DVSA MOT Tester Licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine servicing and official MOT tests to DVSA standards.
• Diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults with modern diagnostic software.
• Perform major mechanical overhauls including engines, gearboxes and suspensions.
• Deliver high-standard workmanship across diverse vehicle makes and models.

Skills

5+ years workshop experience

DVSA MOT License

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Dealer-level diagnostic software

Modern diagnostic tooling

Job description

Vehicle Technician / MOT Tester (Major Overhauls & Diagnostics)

Location: Letchworth (10 minutes from Letchworth; commutable from Stevenage, Baldock, Luton)

Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 per year (Dependent on experience)

Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday (08:00 – 17:00) + Only 1 Saturday Morning per Month

Why Join Us?

Love variety and genuine technical challenges? Step away from basic oil changes and test your skills on everything from advanced diagnostics to complex engine rebuilds and specialist retrofit projects!

We aren’t a typical quick-fit garage. Based in a modern, well-equipped workshop in Hitchin, we thrive on precision engineering, deep diagnostic work, and true mechanical craftsmanship. We offer a supportive, team-first environment where your technical expertise is actually put to good use.

What We Offer (Pay, Benefits & Perks):

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 – £42,000 basic salary (tailored to your experience)
• FREE Ramp Access: Full, free access to workshop ramps for working on your personal project cars during evenings and weekends
• Prestige Setup: Daily access to dealer-level diagnostic systems and modern tooling
• High Variety: Work on a diverse fleet—from everyday drivers to specialist retrofits and light commercial vehicles
• Job Stability & Growth: Ongoing technical development in a secure, long-term independent business

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Conducting routine servicing and official MOT tests to strict DVSA standards
• Diagnosing complex mechanical and electrical faults using modern dealer-level diagnostic software
• Handling major mechanical overhauls, including engines, gearboxes, suspension overhauls, and specialist retrofits
• Delivering clean, high-standard workmanship across a wide variety of vehicle makes and models

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional workshop experience
• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
• Licence: Valid full UK Driving Licence
• MOT License: Active DVSA MOT Tester Licence (highly valued)

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