Automotive Diagnostician

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Latest diagnostic tools

Specialized training

Diverse vehicle exposure

Medical aid & retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Automotive Diagnostician in Upington to diagnose complex mechanical and electrical faults using advanced tools and data from ECMs/ECUs. You will prepare detailed repair recommendations and stay current with evolving diagnostic techniques.

Advantageous certifications and deep knowledge of engine management systems will help drive workshop excellence. This role requires mentoring colleagues and delivering quality, efficient repairs.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as an Automotive Diagnostician or Master Technician.
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle electronic systems, engine performance, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency with advanced automotive diagnostic software.
• Ability to interpret technical service bulletins, wiring diagrams, and schematics.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics on all vehicle systems, focusing on complex mechanical and electrical faults.
• Utilise sophisticated diagnostic tools, oscilloscopes, and scan equipment to pinpoint issues.
• Interpret complex data from ECMs and other ECUs.
• Provide detailed technical reports and recommendations for necessary repairs.
• Stay current with the latest diagnostic techniques and automotive technologies.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other technicians within the workshop.

Skills

Advanced diagnostics

Electrical systems

Engine management

ECUs and ECMs

Mentoring

Education

ASE Master Technician

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Diagnostic software

Scan equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client in Upington is looking for a highly skilled Automotive Diagnostician to specialize in identifying and resolving complex mechanical and electrical issues in vehicles. This role requires an expert-level understanding of modern automotive technology, including advanced engine management systems, electronic controls, and vehicle networks. You will be the go‑to expert for the most challenging diagnostic tasks, utilizing state‑of‑the‑art diagnostic equipment and your extensive technical knowledge to ensure vehicles are repaired efficiently and correctly. This position is critical for maintaining the workshop's reputation for technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced diagnostics on all vehicle systems, focusing on complex mechanical and electrical faults.


• Utilise sophisticated diagnostic tools, oscilloscopes, and scan equipment to pinpoint issues.


• Interpret complex data from engine control modules (ECMs) and other electronic control units (ECUs).


• Provide detailed technical reports and recommendations for necessary repairs.


• Stay current with the latest diagnostic techniques and automotive technologies.


• Mentor and provide technical guidance to other technicians within the workshop.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as an Automotive Diagnostician or Master Technician.


• In-depth knowledge of vehicle electronic systems, engine performance, and troubleshooting methodologies.


• Proficiency with advanced automotive diagnostic software..


• Ability to interpret technical service bulletins, wiring diagrams, and schematics.


• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a methodical approach.


• Relevant certifications (e.g., ASE Master Technician or equivalent) are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for performance bonuses.


• Access to the latest diagnostic tools and specialized training programs.


• Opportunities to work on challenging and diverse vehicle makes and models.


• Medical aid and retirement fund provisions.


• A professional and technically focused work environment.