Vehicle Technician / Manufacturer Training & VAG Accreditation – Cardiff

Hawk Hiring; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension scheme

VAG brand training

On-site staff parking

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Cardiff is seeking an experienced VAG Vehicle Technician/Specialist to join a busy workshop. You will service, maintain, and repair Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT and Skoda vehicles using official VAG diagnostic tools, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance with manufacturer standards.

The role offers a competitive base salary (£30,000–£35,000) with an achievable OTE, flexible shift patterns including 4-day weeks, and long-term career development within a respected automotive

Qualifications

• NVQ level 3 in motor vehicle repair or equivalent.
• Active MOT Tester licence is desirable but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Must possess your own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out manufacturer‑compliant servicing, general maintenance, and complex mechanical repairs for VAG brands (Audi, VW, SEAT, Skoda).
• Use official VAG diagnostic platforms to diagnose and resolve faults.
• Carry out PDI and MPC checks on all vehicles to manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensure accurate completion of service and repair paperwork.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team to achieve customer satisfaction and uphold the workshop's reputation.

Skills

VAG workshop experience

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Repair

City & Guilds / time-served equivalent

Tools

Official VAG diagnostic platforms

Job description

We are seeking an experienced VAG Vehicle Technician / Specialist to join our busy, highly respected dealership workshop team in Cardiff. Backed by state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive team culture, we provide a professional environment where your brand-specific expertise is genuinely valued, your hard work is rewarded with an attractive OTE earnings structure, and your working schedule offers great flexibility—including standard rota days, late shifts, or 4-day working weeks.

The Rewards

• Salary & OTE Structure: £30,000 – £35,000 per year basic, plus an achievable performance-based OTE structure designed to reward your efficiency and technical output (tailored directly to your hands‑on experience).
• Flexible Working & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy tailored shift patterns—choose from standard rota days, late shifts, or 4‑day working weeks to suit your lifestyle.
• Holiday & Perks: Comprehensive annual leave allowance, company pension scheme, ongoing VAG brand training, and free on‑site staff parking.
• Stability & Environment: Long‑term career security within a successful, forward‑thinking automotive group that prioritizes technician support and professional growth.

About Us

Based in Cardiff, we are an award-winning automotive specialist group dedicated to the Volkswagen Group (VAG) network, representing top‑tier German engineering. We combine official brand backing, advanced manufacturer diagnostic systems, and continuous technical training with supportive workshop values. We provide a professional environment where skilled VAG technicians can perform at their best without high‑pressure corporate micromanagement.

Your Role

As a vital VAG technical specialist in our Cardiff workshop, you will:

• Carry out manufacturer‑compliant servicing, general maintenance, and complex mechanical repairs across Audi, Volkswagen, SEAT, and Škoda vehicles.
• Utilize official VAG diagnostic platforms to accurately diagnose and resolve advanced electrical, mechanical, and engine management faults.
• Carry out PDI and MPC checks on all vehicles to strict manufacturer guidelines and quality standards.
• Ensure accurate completion of all service and repair paperwork to maintain high workshop efficiency and compliance.
• Work collaboratively as part of a skilled team to achieve total customer satisfaction and uphold our strong reputation for excellence.

What You Need

• Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 3 in Motor Vehicle Repair (or City & Guilds / time‑served equivalent) with proven, hands‑on workshop experience working specifically on VAG platforms. An active MOT Tester licence is desirable but not essential.
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools. Organized, highly attentive to detail, and committed to working accurately and skillfully to manufacturer standards.

Location & Search Reach

Our Cardiff facility is ideally situated for a fast, straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Newport, Barry, Penarth, Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Cwmbran, and surrounding South Wales areas.