Vehicle Technician / Service & Maintenance Mechanic – Prestige Dealership

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Free on-site staff parking

Modern diagnostic workshop tooling

High-end vehicle environment

Supportive dealership culture

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in the Oxford area is seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Service Mechanic to join a busy prestige car dealership team. The role focuses on servicing, PDIs, and fast-fit maintenance in a clean, modern facility with structured, weekday hours and zero weekend shifts.

Ideal candidates have NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or City & Guilds, a full UK driving licence, and pride themselves on precision working with high-end vehicles. Own tools are required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent.
• Full UK driving licence; MOT Tester preferred but not required.
• Own hand tools and meticulous, high-end vehicle focus.

Responsibilities

• Perform Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) and retail preparation on prestige cars.
• Carry out routine servicing, oil changes and fluid maintenance to manufacturer standards.
• Handle general mechanical repairs and fast-fit tasks including brakes, tyres, suspension and alignment.
• Ensure immaculate quality control so vehicles leave showroom-ready.

Skills

Vehicle servicing

PDI inspections

Tyre & brake work

High-end vehicles

Education

NVQ Level 2/3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

City & Guilds / time-served equivalent

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Technician / Service Mechanic to join our busy prestige car dealership team in the Oxford area. Operating out of a clean, modern facility, we specialize in high-spec, luxury, and prestige vehicles. We offer a structured, clean-hand role focusing primarily on servicing, vehicle preparation, and fast-fit maintenance, with zero corporate bureaucracy and your weekends completely your own.

The Rewards

• Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 per year basic (Tailored directly to your hands-on experience and technical skill level).
• Guaranteed Weekends Off: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30—enjoy stable daytime hours with strictly zero weekend shifts required.
• Work Type: Clean, high-turnover prep and routine maintenance focus—primarily servicing, Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs), general repairs, and fast-fit items (brakes, tyres, alignment).
• Perks & Environment: Company pension scheme, free on-site staff parking, modern diagnostic and workshop tooling, high-end vehicle environment, and a supportive dealership culture.

About Us

We are a premier independent prestige car dealership in the Oxford region, renowned for stocking exceptional high-spec luxury and performance vehicles. Our dedicated aftersales and preparation workshop ensures every retail vehicle meets immaculate presentation and mechanical standards before reaching the forecourt. We pride ourselves on maintaining a clean, efficient workspace with a focus on quality, precision, and reliable turnarounds.

Your Role

As a key technical member of our dealership workshop team, you will:

• Perform Pre-Delivery Inspections (PDIs) and retail preparation on a wide variety of prestige and luxury cars.
• Carry out routine servicing, oil changes, and fluid maintenance to manufacturer standards.
• Handle general mechanical repairs and fast-fit tasks, including brake overhauls, tyre replacement, suspension components, and wheel alignment.
• Ensure immaculate quality control so every vehicle leaves the workshop in showroom condition.

What You Need

• Qualifications & Experience: NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 (or City & Guilds / time-served equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair, with solid experience in servicing, fast-fit repairs, and vehicle inspection.
• Licensing: Full UK driving licence is essential to move dealership stock safely around the site. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred, but not required.
• Equipment & Mindset: Must possess your own hand tools. Meticulous attention to detail, pride in working on high-end vehicles, and a productive, clean working style.

Location & Search Reach

Our modern prestige facility is based in the Oxford area, offering a quick daily commute and excellent local road links via the A34, A40, and M40, with easy access for candidates travelling from Kidlington, Abingdon, Witney, Bicester, Didcot, Thame, Wantage, and Wallingford.