Vehicle Technician / Junior Mechanic – 1–2 Years' Experience (Mon–Fri, Early Finish)

Hawk Hiring; West Malling; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent garage in Kent is seeking a Vehicle Technician / Junior Mechanic with 1-2 years' experience for vehicle servicing and maintenance. Enjoy a Monday to Friday work week with early finishes and the potential to earn up to £39,000 with bonuses. The ideal candidate is reliable, motivated, and passionate about delivering high-quality workmanship. The role offers ongoing training and a supportive team environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits including annual leave and flexible interview slots.

Benefits

Monthly bonus scheme (£200–£400)

23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Use of workshop facilities for personal vehicles

Supportive, friendly team environment

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician, Junior Mechanic, or Service Technician.
• Strong understanding of vehicle servicing, diagnostics, and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Carry out vehicle servicing and maintenance on a wide range of cars.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
• Perform MOT preparation, inspections, and safety checks.
• Road-test vehicles after work has been completed.
• Maintain accurate service and repair records.

Skills

Knowledge of servicing

Diagnostics

Vehicle repair

Strong work ethic

Attention to detail

Team player

Job description

Vehicle Technician / Junior Mechanic – 1–2 Years' Experience (Mon–Fri, Early Finish)

OTE £39,000 | Basic up to £35,000 + Monthly Bonus £200–£400

Monday to Friday only with early finishes on Thursday & Friday | No weekends

Independent, family-run garage in Kent | Ongoing training + performance bonus

About Us

We are a long-established, independent garage and busy workshop in Kent , with nearly 100 years of heritage and a reputation for trust, quality, and customer care . Rated 5 stars on Auto Trader with multiple customer service awards, we sell over 40 hand-picked, low-mileage vehicles and provide a full range of services including car servicing, MOTs, diagnostics, and vehicle repairs .

As a local, family-run business , you'll enjoy the benefits of training, career development, and bonuses —without the pressure of working for a large dealer group . We are proud to offer a Monday–Friday only week with early finishes on Thursdays and Fridays , giving our team an excellent work–life balance .

Why Join Us?

• Salary up to £35,000 (depending on experience)
• Monthly bonus scheme (£200–£400)
• OTE up to £39,000
• Monday–Wednesday : 8 : 00am–5 : 30pm
• Thursday & Friday : 8 : 00am–5 : 00pm (early finish!)
• 23 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Use of workshop facilities on your own vehicle
• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Off-site local street parking available
• Flexible interview slots (5 : 30pm or 6 : 00pm available)

Your Key Duties

• Carrying out vehicle servicing and maintenance on a wide range of cars
• Diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical faults
• Performing MOT preparation, inspections, and safety checks
• Road-testing vehicles after work has been completed
• Ensuring all work meets the highest quality and safety standards
• Maintaining accurate service and repair records
• Working with the service advisor and wider workshop team

Who We're Looking For

• 1–2 years' experience as a Vehicle Technician, Junior Mechanic, or Service Technician
• Knowledge of servicing, diagnostics, and vehicle repair
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Passionate about delivering high-quality workmanship
• Reliable, motivated, and a strong team player

If you are looking for a junior Vehicle Technician job in Kent with excellent pay, bonus opportunities, training, and no weekend work , we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact us today to arrange a chat or interview.