Workshop Mechanic & Vehicle Technician (£35K–£45K Basic + Bonus | Independent | Warwick)

Hawk Hiring LTD; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension plan

Discounts on parts

Workwear supplied

On-site parking

Job summary

Hawk Hiring LTD in Warwick is seeking a practical Vehicle Technician / Workshop Mechanic to join our technical team. You will perform scheduled servicing, safety evaluations, and pre-MOT health checks across a wide range of passenger vehicles to high trade standards.

Candidates should have NVQ/IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or time-served equivalent), solid hands-on experience, and a full UK driving licence with their own tools. DVSA MOT card is preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• Time-served mechanic with solid practical experience across a range of vehicle makes and models.
• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent time-served background.
• DVSA MOT Tester card preferred but not essential, and a full UK driving licence with own tools.

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing and safety evaluations to high trade standards.
• Perform pre-MOT health checks and routine mechanical maintenance.
• Handle repairs such as timing belt/chain work, brakes, suspension, and diagnostics across multiple vehicle brands.

Skills

Practical experience

Servicing & maintenance

Light vehicle repair

Education

NVQ/IMI Level 3

Tools

DVSA MOT card

Job description

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 basic per annum (DOE) + team performance incentive
• Hours: Monday to Friday schedule + Saturdays operated on a fair team rota basis
• Perks: 28 days paid holiday (20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays), workplace pension plan, trade parts discounts, supplied workwear, and free secure on-site parking
• Workload: Core mechanical repairs including timing belt/chain renewals, clutch replacements, suspension overhauls, brake rebuilds, multi-brand diagnostic troubleshooting, and routine servicing

About Us

We are a thriving independent service and repair facility operating in the historic town of Warwick. Known for our friendly workshop atmosphere, steady job security, realistic daily expectations, and zero corporate pressure, we pride ourselves on delivering honest customer care while providing a supportive, well-equipped workspace for our technical team.

Role Overview

Seeking a practical Vehicle Technician / Workshop Mechanic to join our technical crew. You will be responsible for executing scheduled servicing, safety evaluations, pre-MOT health checks, and core mechanical maintenance across a wide variety of customer vehicles to high trade standards.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 / IMI Level 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent time-served garage background).
• Time-served mechanic with solid practical experience across a diverse mix of vehicle makes and models.
• Valid DVSA MOT Tester Smart Card is preferred (offering higher starting pay potential), but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence & own hand tools.

Location & Commute

• Base: Warwick Area (Free secure on-site parking)
• Road Links: Strategic position with rapid access via the M40 (Junction 15), A46, and A429, offering smooth daily commutes across Warwickshire.
• Public Transport: Direct connections via Warwick and Warwick Parkway rail stations alongside local bus routes.
• Commutable From: Royal Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, Stratford-upon-Avon, Coventry, Balsall Common, and Henley-in-Arden.

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