Vehicle Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician

Motofix Group; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Annual leave 30 days

Pension & life assurance

Long service recognition

Uniform & PPE

Ongoing training

Modern workshops

Job summary

Motofix is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician to service a diverse range of vehicles in our Yeovil workshops. You’ll diagnose faults, remove and refit engines and gearboxes, and perform wheel alignment to manufacturer standards.

Join a team with ongoing manufacturer-led training and modern equipment. The role offers 42.5 hours weekly, a performance-related bonus and a company pension.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Vehicle Mechanic/Technician/Diagnostic Technician/ Master Technician.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with modern diagnostic equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults.
• Removing and refitting engines, gearboxes and drivetrain components.
• Repairing steering, suspension and braking systems.
• Carrying out wheel alignment and chassis geometry.
• Completing ADAS and post-repair diagnostic procedures.
• Working across petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Completing quality inspections and road tests.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and procedures.
• Working with colleagues to achieve right-first-time repairs.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical skills

Attention to detail

Driving licence

Education

IMI Level 3

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Vehicle Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician

What We Offer

• Performance-related bonus opportunities.
• 30 days annual leave, including Bank Holidays.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Long service recognition.
• Uniform and PPE provided.
• Ongoing technical and manufacturer-led training.
• Modern, well-equipped workshops.

Why Dealership Mechanics Are Choosing Motofix

Many of our technicians have joined us from franchised dealerships looking for greater variety and a new technical challenge.

With Motofix, you’ll work with:

• Multiple vehicle brands and technologies.
• Advanced diagnostic equipment and manufacturer software.
• Four-wheel alignment and chassis geometry systems.
• ADAS diagnostics and calibration.
• Electric and hybrid vehicle technology.
• Ongoing technical and manufacturer-led training.
• Every day presents a different technical challenge.

About the Role

As a Vehicle Mechanic / Diagnostic Technician, you’ll play a key role in returning collision-damaged vehicles safely to manufacturer standards.

Your Responsibilities

You’ll be responsible for:

• Diagnosing mechanical, electrical and electronic faults.
• Removing and refitting engines, gearboxes and drivetrain components.
• Repairing steering, suspension and braking systems.
• Carrying out wheel alignment and chassis geometry.
• Completing ADAS and post-repair diagnostic procedures.
• Working across petrol, diesel, hybrid and electric vehicles.
• Completing quality inspections and road tests.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and technical procedures.
• Working with colleagues to achieve right-first-time repairs.

What We’re Looking For

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience as a Vehicle Mechanic, Technician, Diagnostic Technician or Master Technician.
• IMI Level 3, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and diagnostic skills.
• Experience with modern diagnostic equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in your workmanship.

Whether you currently work in a franchised dealership, independent garage, fleet workshop or manufacturer service centre, we’d like to hear from you.

Salary: £23-26 p/hr (OTE)
Contractual Hours: 42.5 hrs per week
Attended Hours: Monday-Friday, 07:30-16:30