Vehicle Technician & Workshop Mechanic (£32.5k–£37.5k | Independent | Stafford)

Hawk Hiring LTD; Stafford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday (20 days annual +

pension scheme

modern diagnostic equipment

trade parts discounts

supplied workwear

free secure on-site parking

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in the Stafford area is seeking a seasoned Level 3 Vehicle Technician/Workshop Mechanic. You will handle inspections, servicing, fault isolation and core mechanical repairs on a range of passenger cars to exacting trade standards. A strong diagnostic capability and time-served experience are essential.

You will join a well-equipped, supportive workshop with on-site parking, modern diagnostic gear, and a team-centric culture. Valid UK licence and your own tools are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on workshop experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic.
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent).
• Strong diagnostic and mechanical capability across varied makes/models with high first-time fix standards.
• DVSA MOT Tester Smart Card is advantageous but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence and own hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough vehicle inspections and scheduled servicing.
• Diagnose faults and perform core mechanical repairs to a high standard.
• Service diverse passenger cars to high trade standards.
• Maintain documentation and ensure safety and quality in every job.

Skills

Workshop experience

Diagnostic fault finding

Mechanical repairs

First-time fix

Education

NVQ/IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Own hand tools

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £32,500 – £37,500 basic per annum
• Hours: Monday to Friday schedule + Saturday mornings operated on a fair team rota basis
• Perks: 28 days paid holiday (20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), workplace pension scheme, modern diagnostic equipment, trade parts discounts, supplied workwear, and free secure on-site parking
• Workload: Multi-brand scheduled servicing, pre-delivery & used vehicle preparation, mechanical repairs, timing belts/chains, clutch & brake overhauls, suspension work, MOT preparation, and electronic diagnostic fault finding

About Us

We are an established, highly regarded independent automotive business and service facility operating in the Stafford area. Known for our high standards of vehicle preparation, honest mechanical care, and zero-corporate-pressure culture, we operate out of a clean, well-equipped workshop. We pride ourselves on repeat customer trust and a supportive, down-to-earth environment for our technical team.

Role Overview

Seeking a seasoned Level 3 Vehicle Technician / Workshop Mechanic to join our established technical crew. You will be responsible for executing thorough vehicle inspections, scheduled servicing, diagnostic fault isolation, and core mechanical repairs across a diverse mix of quality passenger cars to high trade standards.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on workshop experience as a qualified Vehicle Technician / Mechanic in the motor trade.
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served qualification).
• Strong all-round mechanical and diagnostic capability across varied makes and models, working with high first-time fix standards.
• Valid DVSA MOT Tester Smart Card is advantageous (offering higher starting pay potential), though not essential.
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Stafford Area (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Strategically positioned with rapid access via the M6 (Junctions 13 & 14), A34, and A518, offering smooth daily commutes across Staffordshire.
• Public Transport: Conveniently accessible via Stafford mainline railway station and local bus routes.
• Commutable From: Stone, Cannock, Stoke-on-Trent, Rugeley, Eccleshall, and Telford.