Vehicle Technician / Mechanic (£45k Basic | £50k+ OTE | Premium Dealer)

Hawk Hiring; Brighton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive staff car benefit scheme

Company service discounts

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD is seeking a skilled automotive technician for our East Sussex site. The role involves servicing, diagnostics, and safety inspections to the highest manufacturer standards.

You will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults using state-of-the-art equipment, and you will complete all documentation and health checks efficiently to meet workshop targets. A strong diagnostic ability and full UK driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing, complex diagnostics, mechanical maintenance, and safety inspections to manufacturer standards.
• Accurately diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Complete repair documentation and health checks in line with workshop targets.

Skills

Diagnostic capability

Full UK driving licence

Own tools

Main dealer workshop experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Earnings: £45,000 basic salary per annum + £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 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: Gain access to prestigious manufacturer-approved technical training programmes and industry-leading pathways at the National Learning Centre, ensuring you stay at the cutting edge of automotive technology 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 site is committed to delivering exceptional customer service and technical excellence. We pride ourselves on creating a professional and supportive working environment where our technicians can build long-term careers and stay at the forefront of automotive technology. 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: East Sussex site (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Convenient access via major regional roads across the Southeast.
• Public Transport: Easily accessible via local rail and bus routes.