Lead Diagnostic Automotive Technician

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Advanced training opportunities

State-of-the-art diagnostic tools

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is assisting a leading automotive client to recruit a Senior Automotive Technician with a diagnostics specialization. You will diagnose across makes/models, implement repairs, and ensure maintenance per manufacturer specifications.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of five years in automotive diagnostics, proficiency with OE-level scanners, and strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years automotive diagnostics experience.
• Master Technician certification desirable.
• Proficient with OE-level scanners and diagnostic tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic assessments on multiple makes and models.
• Identify and repair complex mechanical and electrical issues.
• Carry out routine maintenance per manufacturer specs.
• Interpret service bulletins and diagnostic reports.
• Communicate findings with service advisors and technicians.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace.
• Stay updated on automotive technologies through training.
• Ensure work meets quality and safety standards.

Skills

Diagnostics

Diagnostics tools

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Driver's license

Education

Master Automotive Technician certification

Tools

OE-level scanners

Oscilloscopes

Diagnostic software

Job description

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, is assisting a leading automotive client to recruit a Senior Automotive Technician with a diagnostics specialization. You will diagnose across makes/models, implement repairs, and ensure maintenance per manufacturer specifications.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of five years in automotive diagnostics, proficiency with OE-level scanners, and strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.