Vehicle Technician / Mechanic (£45k Basic | £50k+ OTE | Eastbourne | 33 Days Holiday)

Hawk Hiring; Eastbourne; Presencial; GBP 41.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Exclusive staff car benefit scheme

Company service discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Hawk Hiring LTD is looking for a skilled automotive technician for our Eastbourne site. You will perform routine servicing, complex diagnostics, and safety inspections to the highest manufacturer standards, using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment.

We offer strong earnings potential with a base up to £45,000 per year plus performance bonuses, a generous leave policy, a company car benefit, and comprehensive wellbeing packages.

Formación

• NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent).
• Experience in a main dealer or manufacturer-approved workshop.
• Full UK driving licence and own tools.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out routine servicing, complex diagnostics, mechanical maintenance, and safety inspections to the highest manufacturer standards.
• Accurately diagnose and repair intricate electrical and mechanical faults using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment.
• Complete all repair documentation, job cards, and health checks efficiently in alignment with workshop efficiency targets.

Conocimientos

Strong diagnostic capability

Educación

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Herramientas

Diagnostic equipment

Descripción del empleo

Pay & Benefits

• Earnings: Up to £45,000 basic salary per annum + smashing past £50,000+ realistic OTE through performance bonuses
• Bonuses: Efficiency-based Time Saved Bonus (TSB), weekly attendance reward (£50/week), and customer car purchase bonus (£50 per vehicle)
• Time Off: 33 days total leave (25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), scaling up to a massive 38 days with long-term service
• Hours & Breaks: Standard working hours with a generous 1-hour daily lunch break (flexible as two 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch)
• Wellbeing & Security: Healthcare cash plan, discounted private medical cover, Life Assurance, and a contributory pension scheme
• Perks: Exclusive staff car benefit scheme and company service discounts

Training & Development

• Official Manufacturer Training: Supercharge your technical career with full access to prestigious manufacturer-approved training programmes and industry-leading pathways at the National Learning Centre—staying at the absolute cutting edge from advanced diagnostics to electric vehicle specialisations.

About Us

We are a premier automotive retail group with a history dating back over 150 years. As a leading partner for top-tier manufacturers, our state-of-the-art Eastbourne site is a powerhouse of technical excellence and customer satisfaction. We pride ourselves on creating a high-energy, professional, and supportive working environment where our technicians are given the tools, training, and backing to build legendary long‑term careers. 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

• Carry out routine servicing, complex diagnostics, mechanical maintenance, and safety inspections to the highest manufacturer standards.
• Accurately diagnose and repair intricate electrical and mechanical faults using state-of-the‑art diagnostic equipment.
• Complete all repair documentation, job cards, and health checks efficiently in alignment with workshop efficiency targets.

Requirements

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent industry-recognised qualification).
• Experience: Proven technical experience within a main dealer or manufacturer‑approved workshop environment.
• Essentials: Strong diagnostic capability, full UK driving licence, and own tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Eastbourne site (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Convenient access via major regional roads across East Sussex.
• Public Transport: Easily accessible via local rail and bus routes.