Diagnostic Technician

Autotech Recruit; Newbury; Sur place; GBP 37 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Uncapped bonus

Ongoing training

Career progression

30 days annual leave

Birthday day off

Pension scheme

Life assurance cover

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts on servicing and parts

Referral bonus schemes

Tool insurance

Résumé du poste

Autotech Recruit is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Technician for a leading automotive retailer in Newbury, Berkshire. The role involves diagnosing and repairing complex faults, servicing vehicles and providing detailed diagnostic reports, in a professional workshop environment.

Salary is £37,000–£52,000 with uncapped bonus and OTE. Mon–Fri 8:00am–5:00pm; benefits include ongoing training, career progression, 30 days annual leave, pension and life assurance, employee assistance, staff

Qualifications

• Proven diagnostic and fault-finding expertise, especially with electrical systems.
• Experience using manufacturer diagnostic equipment.
• NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / BTEC or equivalent in automotive studies.

Responsabilités

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing and maintenance per manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical and electronic faults.
• Perform detailed vehicle health checks and provide diagnostic reports.
• Conduct air conditioning servicing and repairs.
• Complete MOT-related repairs and general workshop tasks.
• Investigate and rectify electrical faults with diagnostic tools.
• Carry out welding repairs when required.
• Source and order parts to complete repairs efficiently.
• Liaise with customers and provide updates on repairs.

Connaissances

Diagnostic expertise

Fault-finding

Electrical systems

Manufacturer diagnostics

Teamwork

Organisation

Customer service

Formation

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / BTEC or equivalent

Outils

Manufacturer diagnostic equipment

Description du poste

Location: Newbury, Berkshire
Salary: £37,000 – £52,000 OTE + Uncapped Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (30-minute lunch)

About the Role

A leading automotive retailer is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Technician to join its established workshop team in Newbury. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled technician with strong fault-finding abilities to develop their career within a professional dealership environment, offering ongoing training, career progression and uncapped earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine vehicle servicing and maintenance in accordance with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical and electronic vehicle faults.
• Perform detailed vehicle health checks and provide accurate diagnostic reports.
• Conduct air conditioning servicing and repairs.
• Complete MOT-related repairs and general workshop repairs.
• Investigate and rectify vehicle electrical system faults using diagnostic equipment.
• Carry out welding repairs when required.
• Source and order parts required to complete repairs efficiently.
• Liaise with customers when appropriate, providing updates on vehicle repairs and technical findings.
• Maintain accurate workshop documentation and job records.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with health and safety standards.

Requirements

• Relevant automotive qualification such as NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a Diagnostic Technician within a dealership or professional workshop environment.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding expertise, particularly with electrical systems.
• Experience using manufacturer diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped bonus potential.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• 30 days annual leave including bank holidays, with additional entitlement based on length of service.
• Birthday day off.
• Pension scheme and life assurance cover.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Staff discounts on servicing, repairs and parts.
• Referral and customer introduction bonus schemes.
• Tool insurance support (role dependent).