At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Vehicle Technician, servicing and maintaining a variety of vehicles.
- Company: A highly rated independent workshop in Didcot that values your skills.
- Benefits: Earn £35,000 – £40,000 with no weekend shifts and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Free parking, premium workwear, and a competitive pension scheme await you!
- Why this job: Enjoy a balanced work-life with ongoing training and modern tools at your fingertips.
- Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 40000 £ per year.
Tired of chasing unrealistic efficiency targets for a corporate dealership that views you as just a number? It is time to work somewhere your skills are actually valued. We are hiring a Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic to join our busy, close-knit team at a highly rated, long-established independent specialist in Didcot. We have spent years building a clean, modern, and fully equipped workshop where your diagnostic and mechanical expertise is respected, your hard work is fairly rewarded, and your work-life balance is prioritized with zero weekend shifts.
The Rewards
- Salary: £35,000 – £40,000 per year (Positioned right within our standard bracket depending on experience and qualification level).
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 17:30—enjoy a stable, standard 40-hour week with strictly no weekend shifts.
- Environment: A supportive, organized, and friendly independent workshop with a brilliant, down-to-earth team atmosphere.
- Progression: Ongoing technical development support and daily access to up-to-date diagnostic software and modern tooling.
- Perks: Free on-site parking, premium workwear provided, and a highly competitive workplace pension scheme.
About Us
Based in Didcot, we are a premier independent service and repair facility recognized for delivering exceptional vehicle maintenance, advanced diagnostics, and honest local customer care. We reject the high-pressure, target-driven corporate dealership structure. Instead, we have invested heavily in modern diagnostic equipment, specialist tooling, and multi-brand software to make your day‑to‑day job smoother, cleaner, and far more rewarding.
Your Role
As a vital Vehicle Technician / Car Mechanic in our Didcot workshop, you will:
- Carry out routine vehicle servicing, safety health checks, and general mechanical maintenance across a wide variety of makes and models.
- Use up-to-date diagnostic tools and computer scanners to efficiently troubleshoot and rectify mechanical and electrical faults.
- Complete thorough maintenance, diagnostic, and preparation work, ensuring consistently high "first-time fix" quality standards.
- Work productively alongside a skilled team of motor mechanics to maintain a smooth and efficient workshop flow.
What You Need
- Qualifications: Minimum Level 2 or Level 3 Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (NVQ / City & Guilds or equivalent time-served experience). F-Gas certification is preferred (or an interest in obtaining it).
- Experience: A proven track record working as a Vehicle Technician, Car Mechanic, or Service Technician in a professional workshop environment.
- Licensing: A full UK driving licence is required. An active MOT Tester licence is preferred but not essential.
- Equipment: Must possess your own hand tools to manage daily repair tasks effectively.
- Key Strengths: A reliable, self-motivated team player with great attention to detail and a strong work ethic.
Location & Search Reach
Located in Didcot, our workshop facility offers a quick and straightforward daily commute for candidates travelling from Abingdon, Wantage, Wallingford, Oxford, Reading, High Wycombe, and surrounding Oxfordshire areas.
Vehicle Technician – Mon-Fri No Weekends employer: Hawk Hiring
Join our highly rated independent workshop in Didcot, where your skills as a Vehicle Technician are truly valued. Enjoy a supportive and friendly work environment with no weekend shifts, competitive salary, and ongoing development opportunities that prioritise your work-life balance. With modern equipment and a close-knit team, we ensure your hard work is recognised and rewarded.
