Vehicle Technician - Independent Service & Diagnostics

Hawk Hiring; Worcester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Pension scheme

Diagnostic tools

Parts discounts

Workwear provided

20 days leave

Job summary

An established independent service center in Worcester is seeking a practical Vehicle Technician to join their workshop. You will work across a range of makes and models in a technician-first environment, prioritising quality workmanship over corporate targets.

The role offers a salary of £35,000–£45,000 with a possible bonus, a Monday–Friday schedule with Saturdays on a rota, 20 days leave plus bank holidays, a workplace pension, free on-site parking, and access to multi-brand diagnostic tools

Qualifications

• Time-served mechanic with strong heavy mechanical skills.
• Experience diagnosing faults with diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to perform complex repairs across various vehicle makes.

Responsibilities

• Execute heavy mechanical repairs such as timing chains/belts, clutch kits, engine overhauls and gearbox swaps.
• Use multi-brand diagnostic equipment to locate and fix mechanical and electrical faults.
• Perform routine servicing, safety inspections, brake/suspension work and pre-MOT checks.
• Document findings on job cards and keep front desk informed on timelines.
• Maintain clean bays and follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

Time-served mechanic

Diagnostic fault isolation

Heavy mechanical work

Attention to detail

Education

Level 3 NVQ / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Multi-brand diagnostic tools

Job description

Looking to step away from main-dealer targets and bring your technical expertise to a premier independent garage in Worcester?

An established, highly regarded independent service center in Worcester is seeking a practical, skilled Vehicle Technician to join their close-knit workshop team. Working across a diverse range of vehicle makes and models, this facility offers a supportive, technician-first environment where quality wrenching and problem-solving are prioritized over corporate box-ticking.

What's Included in the Package?

• Salary Range: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + workshop bonus structure (Holding an active MOT Tester licence is a major asset and will push your starting salary to the top of the band!)
• Working Schedule: Monday to Friday schedule (plus Saturdays on a fair rota basis)
• Paid Time Off: 20 days paid annual leave + statutory bank holidays
• Financial Security: Contributory workplace pension scheme
• Workplace Perks: Free on-site parking, modern multi-brand diagnostic scan tools, trade parts discounts, and supplied workwear
• Workshop Culture: Balanced, positive working setup with fair daily workload allocations

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Execute heavy mechanical repairs, including timing chains/belts, clutch kits, engine overhauls, and gearbox swaps
• Use multi-brand diagnostic equipment to isolate and repair mechanical and electrical faults accurately
• Complete routine servicing, safety inspections, brake/suspension overhauls, and pre-MOT health checks
• Document clear technical findings on job cards and keep front-desk staff informed on job timelines
• Maintain clean working bays and follow standard workshop health and safety protocols

What We Need From You

• Technical Experience: Time-served mechanic with solid confidence in heavy mechanical work and diagnostic fault isolation
• Qualifications: Level 3 NVQ / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served garage background)
• MOT Status: Active MOT Tester licence is preferred (with enhanced starting pay potential), but is not essential to apply
• Mindset: Dependable, detail-oriented technician focused on clean workmanship and right-first-time fixes
• Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence

Surrounding Commutable Locations

Centrally located in Worcester, easily accessible from:

• Droitwich Spa & Malvern
• Evesham & Pershore
• Kidderminster & Stourport-on-Severn
• Bromsgrove & Redditch

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