Diagnostic Technician

Octane Recruitment Limited; Bedford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension & life assurance

Tool insurance coverage

Employee discounts on vehicle services

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited seeks a Diagnostic Technician/Vehicle Technician for a leading UK vehicle rental group in Bedford. You will diagnose, repair and service a wide range of vehicles, including EVs, using manufacturer tools and processes.

A Level 3 (or equivalent) plus 3 years’ experience is preferred; full UK licence and right to work are required. We offer a strong base salary with performance-based bonuses, overtime and long-term career progression within a major automotive group, plus

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Recognised Diagnostic qualification with strong diagnostic capability.
• Previous experience as a Diagnostic Technician or Mechanic is ideal.
• Strong teamwork, process-driven approach and safety standards are essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out complex diagnostic, warranty, and repair work in line with manufacturer standards.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify, investigate, and resolve vehicle faults.
• Complete EV work where qualified, and perform hydraulic repairs safely and efficiently.
• Support accurate digital write-ups, job card completion and recording of findings and parts requirements.
• Assist Apprentices and support a high-performing workshop team.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, first-time fix performance and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Diagnostic capability

Teamwork

Safety & quality focus

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Diagnostic qualification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Diagnostic Technician / Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, or Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with 3 years' experience, for the UK's leading vehicle rental specialists, working on a wide range of vehicles. Great salary, benefits, overtime and bonus opportunities.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location

Bedford

Pay / salary

Up to£44,958basic per annum, OTE up to£50,958per annum, based on time saved, team profit and CSI bonus

Job type

Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule

45 hours per week, including weekends on a rota basis

Benefits

• Strong basic salary with highly rewarding individual efficiency and team performance bonuses.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service.
• Workplace pension scheme and life assurance protection worth twice your salary.
• Peace of mind with full, comprehensive workshop tool insurance coverage.
• Generous discounts on personal car purchases and leasing plans, with substantial employee savings on vehicle servicing, parts, and repairs.
• Dedicated training in EV and hybrid technology, diagnostics, and high-voltage systems.
• Earn up to £2,000 for successfully recommending new colleagues to the group.
• Digital portal access offering exclusive savings at major high-street retailers.

Company

You would be joining one of the UK's leading automotive retail groups, representing more than 25 leading car, van, truck and motorbike brands across over 130 stores in England. As part of a major automotive group, the business offers excellent pay packages, strong benefits, manufacturer training, and long-term career progression within a professional workshop environment focused on integrity, respect, and innovation.

Skills and experience

• Minimum Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Recognised Diagnostic qualification, with strong diagnostic capability and confidence using diagnostic tools and software.
• Previous experience as a Diagnostic Technician or Mechanic is ideal, although brand-qualified Technicians will also be considered.
• Strong teamwork skills, a process-driven approach, and a commitment to high standards of safety, quality, and customer care.

Job responsibilities for the Diagnostic Technician role

• Carry out complex diagnostic, warranty, and repair work in line with manufacturer standards.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify, investigate, and resolve hard-to-find vehicle faults.
• Complete EV work, where qualified, and carry out hydraulic repairs safely and efficiently.
• Support accurate digital write-ups, job card completion, and clear recording of technical findings and parts requirements.
• Assist Apprentice Technicians with development where required, supporting a high-performing workshop team.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, first-time fix performance, and customer satisfaction.