Vehicle Technician / LCV Specialist (£30k-£40k Basic + £56k OTE | High-Cap Bonus | Canterbury)

Hawk Hiring; Canterbury; Vor Ort; GBP 30.000 - 40.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Company pension scheme

Life cover

Staff vehicle purchasing plans

Aftersales discounts

Zusammenfassung

Hawk Hiring LTD in Canterbury is seeking a Vehicle Technician to handle a diverse fleet, including diagnostics, routine maintenance, and major overhauls. The role supports EV and commercial vehicle work with specialist technicians and requires strong diagnostic skills.

You will work from our Canterbury site with modern workshop facilities, benefiting from a structured progression path toward Master Tech roles and additional qualifications. A competitive package is on offer.

Qualifikationen

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent recognized qualification).
• Confident mechanical repair background and diagnostic problem-solving capabilities.

Aufgaben

• Diverse fleet workload including diagnostics, major overhauls, routine maintenance, and electronic fixes.
• EV and commercial operations with master technicians on PHEV/EV powertrain and fleet vehicles.
• Diagnostic leadership using OEM diagnostic systems to isolate faults and fix first time.
• Quality assurance through vehicle health checks and accurate digital service records.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical repair

Diagnostic troubleshooting

Ausbildung

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance

Jobbeschreibung

Pay & Benefits

• Base Salary Tier: £30,000 to £40,000 basic per annum (aligned with technical capabilities and experience)
• Top-Tier Bonus: High-yield bonus structure with realistic earnings reaching £56,000+ per year
• Accelerated Career Pathways: Dedicated sponsorship for Master Technician pathways, High-Voltage EV/PHEV qualifications, and Class 4/7 MOT licenses
• Schedule & Flexibility: Monday to Friday primary hours with rotational weekend cover and optional overtime
• Generous Holiday: 33 days annual leave entitlement (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Corporate Support: Company pension scheme, life cover, staff vehicle purchasing plans, and aftersales discounts

About Us

We are a premier automotive main dealer group with a dominant presence across East Kent. Our Canterbury location is a modern tech hub delivering specialized retail, commercial vehicle, and fleet support for top-selling UK brands. We combine large-group career stability with a team-first environment that invests heavily in technician progression and workshop efficiency. Every advert we run includes an "About Us" section so you know who we are, how we value our team, and why our staff stay long-term.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

• Diverse Fleet Workload: Diagnostic troubleshooting, major unit overhauls, routine maintenance, and electronic fixes across passenger vehicles, 4x4s, and commercial vans.
• EV & Commercial Operations: Work alongside specialist master technicians handling modern plug-in hybrid (PHEV), full EV powertrain, and commercial fleet vehicle requirements.
• Diagnostic Leadership: Utilize OEM diagnostic systems to isolate complex electrical faults and execute first-time fixes.
• Quality Assurance: Execute detailed vehicle health checks (VHC) and maintain precise digital service records.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent recognized qualification).
• Skill Set: Confident mechanical repair background and diagnostic problem-solving capabilities.
• Ambition: Motivated to earn £50k+ while upskilling into Commercial Fleet Specialist, EV Expert, or Master Tech roles.
• Essentials: Full UK driving licence & complete set of hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Prime Canterbury location with free dedicated staff parking.
• Road Links: Highly accessible via the A2, A28, and A1324 transit corridors.
• Commutable From: Canterbury, Thanet (Margate/Ramsgate), Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham, Ashford, and Dover.