Diagnostic Technician

Flame Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the automotive sector is seeking a Diagnostic Technician to work in Nottingham. This fully office-based role involves using advanced technology for remote diagnostics. Ideal candidates will have motor vehicle experience and recognized qualifications. Enjoy regular hours without workshop tasks and be part of an innovative team.

Benefits

Clean, modern office setting

Regular Monday–Friday working hours

Innovative team culture

Competitive salary and great benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Motor Vehicle Technician in the UK.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• The right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Carry out remote vehicle diagnostics from the office.
• Communicate with garages and clients to solve faults.
• Use technical expertise for programming and module work.
• Keep clear records of jobs completed and solutions provided.

Skills

Remote vehicle diagnostics

Communication with clients

Technical expertise in programming

Record keeping

Education

Recognised mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds, IMI or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

ROLE: Diagnostic Technician
SALARY: £45,000 + benefits
LOCATION: Nottingham
HOURS: Monday to Friday, 8:15am – 5:15pm

Flame Recruitment have an exciting opportunity for a Diagnostic Technician to join a forward-thinking team using the latest remote diagnostic technology. This is a fully office-based role where you'll use cloud-connected tools to support vehicle diagnostics — no dirty hands or workshop tools required.

You’ll work alongside a team of experienced technicians, connecting to vehicles remotely and guiding clients through fault-finding and programming tasks. If you’re a qualified technician looking to stay in the trade while stepping into a clean, modern and tech-led environment, this is the perfect next step.

Responsibilities

• Carry out remote vehicle diagnostics from the office.
• Communicate with garages, body shops and other clients to help identify and solve faults.
• Use your technical expertise to support programming, coding, and vehicle module work.
• Keep clear records of jobs completed and solutions provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Motor Vehicle Technician in the UK.
• Recognised mechanical qualifications (City & Guilds, IMI or equivalent).
• A full UK driving licence.
• The right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Benefits

• No workshop or physical vehicle work — clean, modern office setting.
• Regular Monday–Friday working hours.
• Be part of an innovative team using advanced technology.
• Competitive salary and great benefits.

About Us

Flame Recruitment specialises in roles across the automotive industry — from hands-on workshop positions to office-based and management roles. We support your career growth with opportunities nationwide.

Interested?

Apply now if you're ready to take your technician skills to the next level — without the mess of the workshop.