Diagnostic Technician- Skoda Reading

Marshall Motor Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An automotive retail group is seeking a Diagnostic Technician for their Cambridge location. The role offers a basic salary of £39,420 with uncapped OTE potential. You will be responsible for servicing and maintaining vehicles, as well as diagnosing faults. Candidates with an industry-recognized level 3 qualification and experienced in vehicle mechanics are preferred. Benefits include 33 days of leave, life insurance, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays

Life insurance

Contributory pension scheme

Tool insurance

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic.
• Comfortable with set processes and procedures.
• Motivated and organized focus on Health & Safety.

Responsibilities

• Carry out servicing and maintenance on light vehicles.
• Complete write ups on job cards and franchise platforms.
• Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis.

Skills

Diagnostic ability

Teamwork

Health & Safety knowledge

Technical knowledge

Education

Industry recognised level 3 qualification

Tools

Skoda diagnostic tooling

Job description

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Diagnostic Technician- Skoda Reading, Cambridge

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Marshall Motor Group

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Cambridge, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Job titleDiagnostic Technician- Skoda Reading Job referenceREQ10700 Date posted29/04/2025 Application closing dateBlank LocationSKODA Reading Salary£39,420 Basic plus uncapped OTE Based on individual time saved, team profit and CSI Bonus Contractual hours45 BasisFull time Job category/typeAftersales AttachmentsBlank Job description

Diagnostic Technician – SKODA READING

Basic Salary: £39,420- OTE £46,450 (Uncapped)

Benefits:

33 days annual leave including bank holidays.

Life insurance.

Contributory pension scheme.

Tool insurance.

Free local parking alongside the Dealership

Career progression we want our teams to learn, develop and progress, Marshall’s have many future opportunities.

State of the art Skoda approved workshop and environment.

High-Voltage training provided where required.

Skoda technical training provided – no previous Skoda experience required.

Monthly bonus plan – based on individual and team elements your earning potential really can be opened up by you.

Who we are:

We are conveniently placed off the A33 coming out of Reading, with a short drive/ walk along the canal to the town centre. We are just down the road from the Select Car Leasing Stadium where Reading football club play.

Easy to get to, we have Motorway links within miles and local train stations in town or at green park.

With new models arriving through 2025 and as Electrification is encompassed further Skoda really is leading the way in Reliable, Attractive and affordable motoring.

We are a sociable team passionate about Skoda, Our customers and You.

Marshall Motor Group was established in 1909 by David Gregory Marshall, in a small lock-up garage in Brunswick Gardens, Cambridge and we are now the UK's 7th largest motor retail group (AM100 11/24).

We operate 146 franchise stores representing 25 manufacturer car, van, truck and bike brands across 34 counties in England.

Our vision is to be the UK’s premier automotive retail group as recognised by our colleagues, customers and business partners. To achieve our vision we will create a people centric culture, as well as operate as retailers who deliver retailing excellence and are regarded as an employer of choice.

We are part of the Constellation Automotive Group which is the largest vertically integrated digital used car marketplace in Europe giving you peace of mind and transparency that you are dealing directly with a trusted company.

The role:

Carry out servicing and maintenance on light vehicles.

Complete write ups on job cards and franchise platforms

Carry out diagnostic and fault-finding work and repairs.

As a skilled vehicle technician, you will join a friendly and welcoming technical team supporting our premium brand in our state-of-the-art workshop facilities.

There is no requirement for previous Skoda/VWG brand experience to be considered for this role.

What we’ll provide:

Industry leading workshop and staff facilities – With the latest in Skoda diagnostic tooling and specialist equipment

Automatic enrolment into the Skoda technical training pathway accreditation

Offsite training @ Skoda Learning Centre academy in Milton Keynes

Additional training and development via eLearning and Webinar led courses through both Skoda and the Marshall online Academy

Onboarding “buddy” system to help you settle in and quickly feel part of our team

Career progression opportunities Master tech levels and beyond!

Who you are:

Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician/Mechanic with technical knowledge, diagnostic ability/qualifications favoured – irrelevant of brand, to work at pace

A team-player who is comfortable operating with set processes and procedures

A qualified Vehicle Technician with an industry recognised level 3 qualification, (IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent)

Motivated, dedicated and organised with a focus on Health & Safety in the workplace

Tech savvy and confident using iPad / Android software

What you’ll do:

Carry out servicing and maintenance of all vehicles across the brand

Electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic fault diagnosis and repair, this work may include warranty approved work in line with our brand parameters (subject to experience / training level)

Completing job cards and electronic write ups on franchise platforms

Completion of electronic vehicle health checks (eVHC’s) and video health checks

Support Apprentice Technicians as required

If you would like to know more about this opportunity for a career at Marshall Motor Group, apply online and one of our recruitment specialists will be in touch.

Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.