Junior / Service Vehicle Technician - Fast-Track to Diagnostic Status

Posted 12 days 19 hours ago by Hawk Hiring

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Sussex, Uckfield, United Kingdom, TN221
Job Description

Junior Service Technician / Level 3 Mechanic - Up to £32,000 Basic + Monthly Bonus (£42,000 OTE) - Uckfield

Have you recently qualified or completed your Level 3, but feel stuck in a workshop that isn't helping you take the next step? This is your opportunity to join a highly respected, established franchise dealer group in Uckfield that actively invests in the next generation of automotive talent.

We don't just want you to carry out basic servicing-we want to turn you into a high-earning specialist. We are looking for an ambitious Junior or Service Vehicle Technician who has the basics down and is ready to build a "forever career" with one of the world's leading and most innovative automotive brands, globally renowned for its pioneering hybrid technology.

About Us Our automotive group has been a trusted name since the late 1950s, built on a rock-solid foundation of customer trust, quality service, and continuous staff development. In our Uckfield workshop, we combine the global strength and advanced technology of a world-leading manufacturer brand with the supportive, friendly atmosphere of a tight-knit local team. We believe in promoting from within, providing our technicians with top-tier facilities, state-of-the-art tools, and a clear, fully funded path to elite career advancement.

The Payload:

  • Solid Starting Salary: Up to £32,000 basic per year (fully tailored to your current experience).
  • Monthly Bonus: Performance-based, realistic bonuses ranging from £400 to £1,000 per month.
  • High Real Earnings: A very achievable, structured £42,000 OTE.
  • Hours: Monday to Friday schedule with Saturdays on a fair, organized team rota.
  • Elite Academy Training: All-expenses-paid access to the manufacturer training academy to take you all the way to Master/Diagnostic Technician status.
  • MOT License Funding: We will fully fund and support you to gain your official DVSA MOT Testing License.
  • Location: Clean, modern facility in Uckfield, perfectly situated for an easy commute from Lewes, Crowborough, Heathfield, Haywards Heath, or Brighton.

The Extra Goods:

  • Health & Wellbeing: Premium healthcare cash plan, plus dedicated mental and physical support.
  • Time Off: Get your Birthday off as an extra paid day, plus additional holiday rewards for extended service.
  • Vehicle Perks: Eligibility to join our exclusive employee car scheme, free employee MOTs, and heavily discounted vehicle servicing, repairs, and parts.
  • Lifestyle Benefits: Access to premium retail offers and vouchers, plus a secure company pension scheme.
  • Mentorship: Access to a structured Mentoring Scheme if you enjoy helping the next generation of apprentices behind you.
What You Will Be Doing:
  • Precision Servicing: Carrying out routine maintenance, comprehensive vehicle health checks, and service work on cutting-edge manufacturer vehicles.
  • Advanced Learning: Working alongside senior diagnostic mentors to master hybrid technology, complex electrical systems, and advanced fault-finding.
  • Core Repair Work: Handling brakes, suspension, steering, and mechanical repairs to spotless main dealer standards.
  • Career Progression: Actively participating in structured, all-expenses-paid academy courses to gain higher industry certifications and fast-track your promotions.

What We Need From You:

  • Qualifications: Must be Level 3 qualified (NVQ, City & Guilds, or equivalent portfolio).
  • Experience: Perfect for a Junior or Service Technician who has the mechanical basics down and has a hunger to learn more.
  • Drive: An ambitious attitude and a genuine desire to become a Master or Diagnostic Technician.
  • A full UK driving licence.

Stop waiting for training opportunities to find you. Let us fund your future, sharpen your skills, and maximize your earning potential.