Hawk Hiring
Automotive Vehicle Technician – Up to £50,000 + Great Independent Garage
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About the Role
Are you an experienced Vehicle Technician or Mechanic who wants to earn £50,000 while working in a friendly, independent garage where you're actually valued?
We're a well-established, successful family-run independent garage in Sheerness, and we're looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician / Motor Mechanic to join our team.
If you're currently working in a dealership or busy workshop and are fed up with unrealistic targets, constant pressure and feeling like just another number, we'd love to speak to you.
Here, you'll get the chance to do quality work, take pride in what you do and work with a team that genuinely appreciates good technicians.
What We Offer
- £50,000 basic salary
- Monday to Friday
- Saturday mornings on a fair rota
- Excellent work-life balance
- Relaxed, friendly and supportive workshop
- Family-run independent business
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Ongoing technical training and development
- Genuine opportunities for progression
- Stable, long-term employment
- Work on a wide variety of makes and models
- A professional workshop where quality comes before rushing jobs
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The Role
You'll be joining an experienced workshop team carrying out servicing, maintenance, diagnostics and repairs across a wide range of vehicles.
This is a hands-on role for a technician who enjoys diagnosing problems, fixing vehicles properly and taking pride in their workmanship.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Vehicle servicing and routine maintenance
- Mechanical repairs
- Electrical repairs
- Diagnostics and fault finding
- MOT preparation and associated repairs
- Identifying faults and carrying out effective repairs
- Completing work efficiently and to a high standard
- Working safely and professionally
- Working as part of a friendly and experienced team
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for an experienced Vehicle Technician / Motor Mechanic who wants a stable, long-term position with a good local business.
You'll ideally have:
- Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Motor Mechanic or Automotive Technician
- Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair – preferred
- Strong mechanical knowledge
- Good diagnostic and fault-finding skills
- A full UK driving licence
- A reliable and positive attitude
- Pride in your workmanship
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- MOT Tester qualification is an advantage but is not essential.
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Why Make the Move?
Good technicians are in demand, and we know you have plenty of options.
That's why we're offering more than just a salary.
You'll get £50,000 basic, Monday-to-Friday working, a supportive team and a workplace where you're trusted to get on with the job without the pressures often associated with large dealerships.
We're a business that values good people, good workmanship and looking after customers properly.
If you're looking for a garage where you can earn well, enjoy your work and build a long-term career, this could be exactly what you're looking for.
Interested?
Send us your CV through Indeed or get in touch for a confidential, informal chat.
There's no complicated application process. If you're an experienced technician and think this sounds like the right move for you, we'd simply like to have a conversation.
Apply today.
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