Senior Diagnostic Technician

First Military Recruitment Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Bonus scheme

20 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Overtime opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

First Military Recruitment Ltd in Peterborough is seeking a Senior Diagnostic Technician to join a busy vehicle workshop. You will diagnose, repair and maintain cars and light commercial vehicles, applying strong diagnostic skills to quickly identify faults and deliver quality service.

This full-time, permanent role offers on-site hours, ongoing training, and opportunities for overtime in a busy workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Must have proven diagnostic and fault-finding abilities.
• Experience with cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Relevant technical qualification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out diagnostics, servicing, maintenance and repairs on cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical, mechanical and technical faults.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and provide effective solutions.
• Carry out inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault-finding

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Location: Fengate, Peterborough

Salary: £18.00 per hour

Type: Permanent - Full-time

Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Diagnostic Technician to join a busy vehicle workshop in Fengate, Peterborough. The successful candidate will specialise in the diagnosis, repair and maintenance of cars and light commercial vehicles, using strong technical knowledge and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve faults efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out diagnostics, servicing, maintenance and repairs on cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Diagnose and rectify electrical, mechanical and technical faults.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and provide effective solutions.
• Carry out inspections and prepare vehicles for MOT.
• Complete job cards and service documentation accurately.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and workshop safety.
• Keep up to date with vehicle technology and attend relevant training.
• Work independently while supporting other technicians when required.
• Ensure all work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.

Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Diagnostic Technician within the motor trade.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Experience working on cars and light commercial vehicles.
• Relevant technical qualification such as City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 is desirable.
• Good knowledge of modern vehicle electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Own tools required.

Benefits:

• £18.00 per hour.
• Full-time permanent position.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Opportunities for overtime.
• Private healthcare.
• Bonus scheme.
• 20 days holiday plus 8 Bank Holidays.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm, with alternate Saturdays 8:30am–12:00pm