Vehicle Technician / Mechanic (£30k-£40k Basic + £56k OTE | EV & MOT Training | Maidstone)

Hawk Hiring; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Employee vehicle purchase & aftersales

Free secure on-site parking

33 days annual holiday

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Maidstone seeks an automotive technician to join a busy multi-franchise dealership group. You will perform routine maintenance, diagnostics on EVs and HV systems, and MOT testing once qualified, with access to funded training paths.

The role offers a solid basic salary with uncapped bonus potential, a generous holiday allowance, pension, life cover, and free on-site parking. Commutable from Maidstone and surrounding towns.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent IMI/time-served credentials).
• Experience in a volume main dealer, commercial specialist, or busy independent workshop.
• Mindset to expand skill set across EV technology, commercial fleet servicing, and MOT testing.
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Massive Workshop Variety: Work on a diverse mix of passenger cars, SUVs, high-voltage EVs, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), and pick-ups—no tedious single-line monotony.
• Comprehensive Maintenance: Complete routine servicing, safety inspections, brake/suspension overhauls, and complex mechanical repairs.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Utilize state-of-the-art diagnostic software to resolve electronic, engine management, and hybrid/EV faults.
• MOT & Health Checks: Perform multi-point vehicle health checks (VHC) and carry out MOT tests once qualified.

Skills

Diagnostics

EV Technology

Tools handling

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Solid Basic Salary: £30,000 to £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience and NVQ skill level)
• Massive Earning Potential: Uncapped bonus structure pushing total realistic earnings to £56,000+ OTE
• Fully Funded Qualifications: Full financial support to secure your official DVSA MOT Tester licence, High-Voltage EV/Hybrid certifications, and specialized commercial vehicle accreditations
• Work-Life Balance: Monday to Friday schedule with manageable weekend rotas (plus extra overtime if you want to maximize earnings)
• Time Off: 33 days total annual holiday allowance (including bank holidays)
• Perks & Security: Pension scheme, life assurance cover, employee vehicle purchase & aftersales discounts, and free secure on-site parking

About Us

We are one of Kent’s longest-established and most respected multi-franchise dealership groups. Operating a state-of-the-art workshop facility in Maidstone, we handle everything from modern passenger cars and cutting-edge electric vehicles to light commercial fleets and pick-ups. We pride ourselves on offering unmatched workshop variety, huge earning capability, and industry-leading training pipelines. Every advert we run includes an "About Us" section so you know who we are, how we value our team, and why our technicians stay long-term.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

• Massive Workshop Variety: Work on a diverse mix of passenger cars, SUVs, high-voltage EVs, light commercial vehicles (LCVs), and pick-ups—no tedious single-line monotony.
• Comprehensive Maintenance: Complete routine servicing, safety inspections, brake/suspension overhauls, and complex mechanical repairs.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Utilize state-of-the‑art diagnostic software to resolve electronic, engine management, and hybrid/EV faults.
• MOT & Health Checks: Perform multi-point vehicle health checks (VHC) and carry out MOT tests once qualified.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent IMI/time-served credentials).
• Experience: Experience in a volume main dealer, commercial specialist, or busy independent workshop.
• Mindset: Eagerness to expand your skill set across EV technology, commercial fleet servicing, and MOT testing.
• Essentials: Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Central Maidstone area with free secure on-site parking.
• Road Links: Outstanding access right off the M20, A229, and A249 corridors.
• Commutable From: Maidstone, Chatham, Rochester, Aylesford, Tonbridge, Sittingbourne, Kings Hill, and Medway.