Level 3 Vehicle Technician – Diagnostics, Repairs & Growth

Formel D Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Formel D Group is seeking an experienced Level 3 Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join our established automotive workshop in Birmingham. You will perform servicing, diagnostics and repairs on petrol, diesel and light commercial vehicles, using advanced diagnostic tools and adhering to manufacturer schedules.

A strong background in vehicle electronics and CAN networks is essential, with fault finding, ECU coding and road testing as core duties. A valid UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience as a Mechanic.
• Good understanding of engine management systems, CAN bus networks, and vehicle electronics.
• Confident using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and diagnostic scanners (desirable).
• RTW in the UK without restrictions (no sponsorship offered).

Responsibilities

• Carry out scheduled servicing in line with manufacturer service schedules.
• Perform mechanical repairs including brakes, suspension, steering, exhausts, timing belts/chains, clutches, and engine components.
• Diagnose and rectify faults across engine management, ABS, airbag (SRS), traction control, and electronic stability systems.
• Identify and repair electrical faults including wiring, sensors, actuators, batteries, charging systems, and starter motors.
• Use manufacturer-level and aftermarket diagnostic equipment to interrogate vehicle ECUs, read fault codes, live data, and carry out system tests.
• Carry out fault-finding using wiring diagrams, technical data, and guided diagnostics.
• Reset service indicators and perform ECU coding/adaptations where required.
• Carry out pre-MOT inspections, fault rectification, and MOT failure repairs.
• Conduct road tests before and after repairs to ensure issues are fully resolved.
• Ensure all repairs meet safety, quality, and compliance standards.
• Accurately document diagnostic findings, repair work completed, and parts used.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

CAN bus networks

Engine management systems

Oscilloscopes / Multimeters

Diagnostic scanners

Electrical fault finding

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Clean UK Driving Licence

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Formel D Group is seeking an experienced Level 3 Vehicle Technician/Mechanic to join our established automotive workshop in Birmingham. You will perform servicing, diagnostics and repairs on petrol, diesel and light commercial vehicles, using advanced diagnostic tools and adhering to manufacturer schedules.

A strong background in vehicle electronics and CAN networks is essential, with fault finding, ECU coding and road testing as core duties. A valid UK driving licence is required.