Diagnostic Technician

DIAGNOSTIC TECHNICIAN
Location: Leeds
Salary: £38,000 Basic Salary | OTE £50,000
Hours: Monday to Friday | 1 in 3 Saturdays (Paid at Overtime Rate)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
 
Looking for a role where your diagnostic expertise is recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?
If you're an experienced Diagnostic Technician looking for your next challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to join a successful dealership that values technical excellence and rewards high performance. Offering a competitive £38,000 basic salary, realistic OTE of £50,000, overtime opportunities, and ongoing manufacturer training, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys diagnosing and resolving complex vehicle faults.
Working on both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs), you'll play a key role within the workshop, supporting the wider technician team while delivering first-time fix quality and exceptional customer satisfaction.
 
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
·£38,000 Basic Salary
·OTE £50,000
·Saturday Overtime Paid
·Ongoing Manufacturer Training & Development
·Career Progression Opportunities
·Modern Workshop & Diagnostic Equipment
·Supportive Team Environment
·Full-Time, Permanent Position
 
THE ROLE
As a Diagnostic Technician, you'll be responsible for carrying out advanced diagnostics, servicing, maintenance, and repairs across both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, ensuring all work is completed to the highest manufacturer standards.
Key responsibilities include:
·Diagnosing complex mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults
·Using manufacturer diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues
·Carrying out servicing, maintenance, and repair work on cars and LCVs
·Supporting other technicians with technical guidance and fault diagnosis
·Completing vehicle health checks and identifying additional work where required
·Ensuring all work complies with manufacturer guidelines and health & safety regulations
·Accurately completing job cards and workshop documentation
·Delivering first-time fix quality and outstanding customer satisfaction
 
ABOUT YOU
We're keen to hear from candidates who can demonstrate:
·NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair (or equivalent)
·A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Diagnostic Technician or Senior Vehicle Technician working on both passenger cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs)
·Strong diagnostic, fault-finding, and problem-solving skills
·Excellent mechanical and electrical knowledge
·MOT Tester Licence desirable but not essential
·Ownership of your own tools and toolbox
·A positive attitude with the ability to support and mentor other technicians
·Full UK Manual Driving Licence (subject to licence checks)
·Right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available)
Alternative job titles may include: Diagnostic Technician, Senior Vehicle Technician, Master Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, LCV Technician or Diagnostic Vehicle Technician.
 
APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful dealership that invests in the latest technology, rewards technical expertise, and offers genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.
If you're an experienced Diagnostic Technician looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
 
Interested in finding out more? Apply today or contact Howard at Auto Skills for a confidential discussion about this Diagnostic Technician opportunity, quoting job reference 53577.