Vehicle Technician / Service & Diagnostic Specialist (EV & Hybrid)

Hawk Hiring LTD; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Tool insurance scheme

Employee discounts

Internal performance incentives

Job summary

Hawk Hiring seeks a Service & Diagnostic Specialist for our Gillingham workshop. You will carry out routine servicing, mechanical repairs, and electronic fault-finding across a range of ICE, hybrid and EVs, including MOT prep and high-voltage maintenance.

The role requires NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent, 1+ years in servicing/diagnostics, and a full UK driving licence with own tools. Training in high voltage/EV is provided as needed.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent time-served experience).
• 1+ years hands-on servicing, maintenance, or diagnostics.
• High Voltage/EV awareness or qualification is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine servicing and mechanical repairs.
• Perform electronic fault-finding and diagnostics.
• Prepare vehicles for MOT and maintain high-voltage systems.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Servicing experience

Electrical diagnostics

High voltage awareness

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent

Tools

Own tools

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 basic per annum (Tailored from Service Tech through to Diagnostic Specialist)
• Bonus: Uncapped monthly bonus scheme (£300 - £600+ typical extra per month)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00–17:30 (NO WEEKENDS | Enjoy every single weekend off)
• Perks: Company pension scheme, tool insurance scheme, employee discounts, internal performance incentives
• Training: Official manufacturer-backed EV & Hybrid certifications (Level 3/4 High Voltage) plus continuous Renault & Dacia brand training

About Us

We are a premier, family-owned automotive group that has been a leading presence across Kent and Sussex for over 25 years. Representing highly popular, market-leading brands at our Medway site, our hands-on leadership team maintains a genuine "One Team" ethos where staff are supported like family. We invest heavily in our workforce, providing clear mentorship and accredited manufacturer training to keep our technicians at the forefront of modern automotive tech.

Role Overview

Seeking a Service & Diagnostic Specialist to join our main dealer workshop in Gillingham. You will carry out routine servicing, mechanical repairs, electronic fault-finding, MOT prep, and high-voltage maintenance across a massive range of popular ICE, hybrid, and fully electric vehicles (EV).

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or equivalent time-served experience)
• 1+ years of hands-on experience in routine servicing, mechanical maintenance, or electronic diagnostics
• High Voltage / EV awareness or qualification is a bonus (full training provided if not yet certified)
• Positive attitude and a strong hunger to upskill into an advanced EV & Diagnostic Specialist
• Full UK driving licence & own tools

Location & Commute

• Base: Gillingham (Medway area)
• Commutable From: Chatham, Rochester, Rainham, Sittingbourne, Maidstone, Gravesend