Vehicle Technician / Motor Mechanic (4x4 & SUV Specialist - £45k-£50k Basic Mon-Fri)

Posted 4 days 1 hour ago by Hawk Hiring

£45,000 - £50,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Motoring & Automotive Jobs
Sussex, Lewes, United Kingdom, BN7 1
Job Description

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 strong, guaranteed basic salary (Depending on experience)

Location: Lewes Area, East Sussex (Brand-new facility with free secure staff parking)

Hours: Monday - Friday (Daytime Hours) Strictly NO Weekend Working!

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Earn Up to £50k Basic in a Brand-New Workshop with Zero Weekend Shifts!

Are you an experienced technician looking to step away from corporate main-dealer pressure and work on premier 4x4 platforms and SUVs in a supportive, independent environment?

We are a highly rated, established independent specialist expanding into a brand-new, purpose-built facility in the Lewes area. We are seeking skilled technicians to command dedicated bays inside a modern, pristine workshop setup.

We reject micromanagement and artificial volume targets. Here, you get high guaranteed basic pay, fixed Monday-Friday hours, and the freedom to focus on mechanical quality and engineering craftsmanship.

Why Technicians Apply (The Highlights)
  • £45,000 - £50,000 Guaranteed Base Salary: Outstanding, dependable basic pay tailored directly to your hands-on technical capabilities-no hidden bonus catches.
  • 100% Guaranteed Weekend-Free: Fixed Monday to Friday schedule-enjoy every single weekend completely off as standard!
  • Brand-New Facility Launch: Work inside a pristine, high-tech facility fitted with modern hydraulic ramps, diagnostic suites, and specialist tooling.
  • Pace Over Pressure: Ditch frantic, high-volume commuter hatchback lines and take pride in thorough, right-first-time mechanical engineering.
  • Ground-Floor Influence: Join a close-knit team where your ideas are valued and you have a genuine say in shaping workshop workflows.
  • Full Benefits Package: 28 days total holiday (20 days paid leave + 8 Bank Holidays), pension scheme, and free secure staff parking right outside.
What You'll Be Doing
  • Performing high-standard routine servicing, scheduled maintenance, and multi-point safety inspections across premium 4x4s and light commercial platforms.
  • Utilizing advanced workshop diagnostic suites to trace, map, and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues.
  • Executing core mechanical overhauls, including transfer boxes, air suspension setups, timing belts/chains, clutches, and braking systems.
  • Maintaining pristine clean-bay safety standards and contributing to the smooth daily workflow of the new facility.
What We're Looking For
  • NVQ Level 2 or Level 3 / City & Guilds / IMI in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent portfolio of time-served experience).
  • Proven experience as a Vehicle Technician or Car Mechanic inside a professional workshop or dealership setting.
  • Strong core mechanical skills (diagnostic capability is a great bonus, but we primarily hire for skill, logic, and mindset).
  • Valid full UK driving licence.
Commutable Locations

Situated in the Lewes area with an easy, traffic-busting daily commute across East and West Sussex:

  • Ringmer & Malling: Local (5-10 mins)
  • Brighton & Hove: 15 mins
  • Uckfield: 15 mins
  • Burgess Hill: 20 mins
  • Hailsham: 20 mins
  • Eastbourne: 25 mins

Please Note: Candidate Confidentiality is 100% Guaranteed. We understand the Sussex automotive trade is a close-knit community. Your inquiry will be handled with absolute privacy; we will never contact your current employer or disclose your application without your explicit permission.