Diagnostic Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

MOT bonus £125/month

31 days holiday (33 with service)

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Technician to join a busy main dealership workshop. You will perform advanced diagnostics, fault finding and repairs, using modern diagnostic equipment and systems.

A Level 3 qualification is required, with maintenance, electrical fault-finding skills, and strong teamwork within a service-focused environment. Hours are flexible with paid overtime including Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Strong diagnostic experience within automotive workshop environments.
• Experience with electrical fault finding and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out advanced vehicle diagnostics and fault finding.
• Diagnose complex electrical and mechanical faults.
• Use modern diagnostic equipment and technical systems.
• Complete servicing, maintenance and repairs to required standards.
• Support other Vehicle Technicians with technical issues.
• Carry out electronic vehicle health checks.
• Record diagnostic findings and completed repairs accurately.
• Work closely with Service Advisors and the wider workshop team.

Skills

Diagnostic experience

Electrical fault-finding

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Tools

Modern diagnostic equipment

Technical systems

Job description

We are recruiting for an experienced Diagnostic Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician or Motor Vehicle Technician to join a busy main dealership workshop in Birmingham. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, have strong diagnostic experience, hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK. MOT Tester status is desirable but not essential.

Location: Birmingham

Bonus: Uncapped

Additional Payment: £125 per month for MOT-qualified Technicians

Hours: Flexible shift patterns available, with paid overtime including Saturdays

Reference: 31218

Why Apply?

• Uncapped bonus scheme
• Paid overtime
• 31 days holiday, rising to 33 with service
• Birthday off
• Company pension scheme
• Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts and labour
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Healthcare cash-plan options
• EV and advanced diagnostic training
• Clear career progression opportunities

Diagnostic Technician Role

• Carry out advanced vehicle diagnostics and fault finding
• Diagnose complex electrical and mechanical faults
• Use modern diagnostic equipment and technical systems
• Complete servicing, maintenance and repairs to required standards
• Support other Vehicle Technicians with technical issues
• Carry out electronic vehicle health checks
• Record diagnostic findings and completed repairs accurately
• Work closely with Service Advisors and the wider workshop team

Diagnostic Technician Requirements

• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Diagnostic Technician, Vehicle Technician or Automotive Technician
• Strong diagnostic experience within a main dealership or busy independent workshop
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding ability
• Electrical diagnostic experience is highly desirable
• MOT Tester Licence is desirable but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Right to work in the UK