Diagnostic Technician

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Leeds; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Manufacturer training and development

Career progression opportunities

Modern workshop & diagnostic equipment

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) in Leeds is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Technician for a busy workshop. You will diagnose complex faults on passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, carrying out servicing, maintenance and repairs to high manufacturer standards.

The role offers a £38,000 basic salary with a realistic OTE of £50,000, plus overtime opportunities and ongoing manufacturer training to support career progression within a high-performance team.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Diagnostic Technician or Senior Vehicle Technician on passenger cars and LCVs
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding and problem-solving skills
• Excellent mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Ownership of your own tools and toolbox
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (licence checks)
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship not available)

Responsibilities

• Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical and electronic faults
• Use manufacturer diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve issues
• Service, maintenance and repair work on cars and LCVs
• Support other technicians with guidance and fault diagnosis
• Complete vehicle health checks and identify additional work
• Ensure all work complies with manufacturer guidelines and safety regulations
• Accurately complete job cards and workshop documentation
• Deliver first-time fix quality and outstanding customer satisfaction

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Electrical knowledge

Mechanical knowledge

Own tools

Mentoring others

Full UK driving licence

Right to work in UK

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Own tools & toolbox

Job description

Salary: £38,000 Basic Salary | OTE £50,000

Hours: Monday to Friday | 1 in 3 Saturdays (Paid at Overtime Rate)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for a role where your diagnostic expertise is recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Diagnostic Technician looking for your next challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful dealership that values technical excellence and rewards high performance. Offering a competitive £38,000 basic salary, realistic OTE of £50,000, overtime opportunities, and ongoing manufacturer training, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys diagnosing and resolving complex vehicle faults.

Working on both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs), you'll play a key role within the workshop, supporting the wider technician team while delivering first-time fix quality and exceptional customer satisfaction.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Ongoing Manufacturer Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Modern Workshop & Diagnostic Equipment

THE ROLE

As a Diagnostic Technician, you'll be responsible for carrying out advanced diagnostics, servicing, maintenance, and repairs across both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, ensuring all work is completed to the highest manufacturer standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Diagnosing complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults
• Using manufacturer diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues
• Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repair work on cars and LCVs
• Supporting other technicians with technical guidance and fault diagnosis
• Completing vehicle health checks and identifying additional work where required
• Ensuring all work complies with manufacturer guidelines and health & safety regulations
• Accurately completing job cards and workshop documentation
• Delivering first-time fix quality and outstanding customer satisfaction

ABOUT YOU

We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:

• NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Diagnostic Technician or Senior Vehicle Technician working on both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs)
• Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent mechanical and electrical knowledge
• Ownership of your own tools and toolbox
• A positive attitude with the ability to support and mentor other technicians
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence (subject to licence checks)
• Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)

Alternative job titles may include: Diagnostic Technician, Senior Vehicle Technician, Master Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, LCV Technician or Diagnostic Vehicle Technician.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful dealership that invests in the latest technology, rewards technical expertise, and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.

If you're an experienced Diagnostic Technician looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.