Octane Recruitment
Diagnostic Technician
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Diagnostic Technician Birmingham
£36,000 - £39,000 Basic | £48,000+ OTE | Uncapped Bonus | Paid Overtime
MOT-qualified Technicians receive an additional £125 per month
Are you an experienced Diagnostic Technician looking for a busy workshop where your technical ability is valued, you can maximise your earnings and continue developing your diagnostic skills?
We are recruiting for a Diagnostic Technician to join a successful, high-volume main dealership in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong diagnostic technician looking for advanced technical work, manufacturer training and genuine career progression.
Why Work for Us?
- You'll be joining a busy, well-run workshop with a steady flow of technical and diagnostic work, supported by an experienced Aftersales team.
- With a basic salary of up to £39,000, an uncapped bonus offering realistic earnings of £48,000+, paid overtime and flexible shift patterns, there is excellent potential to earn while maintaining flexibility.
- You'll also receive ongoing manufacturer training covering EV technology and advanced diagnostics, allowing you to continue developing your technical skills and progress your career.
Diagnostic Technician Benefits
- £36,000 - £39,000 basic salary, depending on experience
- Realistic £48,000+ OTE
- Uncapped bonus scheme
- Paid overtime, including Saturdays
- Flexible shift patterns available
- Additional £125 per month for MOT-qualified Technicians
- 31 days holiday, rising to 33 with service
- Paid birthday off
- Company pension scheme
- Staff discounts on vehicles, servicing, parts and labour
- Retail and lifestyle discount platform
- Healthcare cash-plan options
- Access to dental support
- Manufacturer training
- EV and advanced diagnostic training
- Clear career progression opportunities
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Diagnostic Technician Role
As a Diagnostic Technician, your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out advanced vehicle diagnostics and fault finding
- Diagnosing complex electrical and mechanical faults
- Using modern diagnostic equipment and manufacturer systems
- Interpreting diagnostic data to accurately identify faults
- Completing servicing, maintenance and repairs to manufacturer standards
- Supporting other workshop technicians with technical expertise where required
- Carrying out electronic vehicle health checks and identifying additional work
- Accurately documenting diagnostic procedures, findings and completed repairs
- Working closely with Service Advisors and the wider workshop team
Diagnostic Technician Requirements
- NVQ Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance & Repair or equivalent
- Strong previous diagnostic experience within a main dealership or busy independent workshop
- Confident using modern diagnostic equipment and interpreting technical data
- Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding ability
- Electrical diagnostic experience highly desirable
- MOT Tester licence desirable but not essential
- Methodical approach to diagnosing complex faults
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work efficiently within a busy workshop
- Full UK driving licence
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This Diagnostic Technician position is ideal for someone who enjoys tackling more complex faults and wants to work in an environment where their technical expertise is genuinely valued. With excellent earning potential, flexible shifts, advanced training and a strong flow of diagnostic work, there is plenty of opportunity to develop further.
To apply for this Diagnostic Technician position, please submit your CV or contact Octane Recruitment for more information.
Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with main dealerships, bodyshops, tyre management companies, parts distribution centres, independent garages, fleet operators, HGV companies, import centres and manufacturers across the UK. We recruit across the motor trade and related industries.
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