Diagnostic Technician
Location: Grays
Salary: -40,000+ Basic (Depending on Experience) | -50,000+ OTE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours:
-Monday-Friday, flexible start times:
o07:00-16:00 or 08:30-17:30 (negotiable)
-1-hour paid lunch break
-1 in 3 Saturdays, 08:00-14:00
Diagnostic Technician - -50,000+ OTE | Flexible Hours | Paid Lunch
Are you an experienced Diagnostic Technician with strong fault-finding abilities and proven experience carrying out complex mechanical repairs?
We''re recruiting for a skilled Diagnostic Technician to join an established automotive business in Grays. Offering a basic salary of -40,000+, depending on experience, with an OTE of -50,000+, this is an excellent opportunity for a technically capable technician who enjoys diagnosing challenging faults and completing complex mechanical repairs.
You''ll need to be confident working on involved repair jobs, identifying underlying mechanical and electrical faults and carrying out repairs independently to a high standard.
Key experience required:
-Advanced mechanical and electrical diagnostics.
-Proven experience completing complex mechanical repairs.
-Confident fault-finding and resolving challenging technical issues.
-Ability to carry out involved repairs independently, from diagnosis through to completion.

What''s in it for You?
40,000+ basic salary, depending on experience
50,000+ OTE with efficiency-based bonus opportunities
-Flexible Monday-Friday working hours - choose between 07:00-16:00 or 08:30-17:30 (negotiable)
-One-hour paid lunch break
-1 in 3 Saturdays, 08:00-14:00
-Opportunity to work within a large, busy and established workshop
-Friendly and supportive team environment
-Opportunity to develop and utilise advanced diagnostic skills
-Death in service benefit
-Workplace pension scheme
-22 days'' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service after four years
-Discounts on vehicles, servicing, MOTs and parts

The Role - Diagnostic Technician
As a Diagnostic Technician, you''ll play a key role in identifying and resolving complex vehicle faults, carrying out advanced diagnostics and completing challenging mechanical and electrical repairs.
You''ll be trusted to take responsibility for your work, investigate underlying issues and ensure vehicles are repaired accurately, efficiently and to the highest standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
-Carrying out advanced diagnostics and fault-finding on mechanical and electrical systems
-Identifying underlying faults and determining the most effective repair solutions
-Completing complex mechanical repairs, servicing and maintenance work
-Using specialist diagnostic equipment and technical information to investigate challenging issues
-Carrying out vehicle inspections, tyre fitting and wheel alignment where required
-Completing recall and warranty work in accordance with relevant procedures
-Ensuring all repairs are completed safely and in line with industry standards
-Maintaining accurate service records and completing relevant paperwork
-Using workshop IT systems and diagnostic equipment effectively
-Maintaining strong productivity and efficiency without compromising workmanship
-Taking responsibility for the quality and standard of all work undertaken
-Supporting colleagues with technical advice and assisting with complex diagnostic issues

About You
We''re looking for a technically strong Diagnostic Technician who enjoys problem-solving, has excellent fault-finding abilities and is confident carrying out complex mechanical and electrical repairs.
To be considered for this opportunity, you''ll ideally have:
-NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
-Extensive experience in a Diagnostic Technician or Senior Vehicle Technician role
-Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills, with the ability to resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues
-Experience completing complex mechanical repairs independently
-Previous experience within a franchised dealership or large independent garage
-A thorough understanding of vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair procedures
-The ability to work independently, use initiative and take responsibility for your workmanship
-Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high safety and quality standards
-Good IT skills and experience using vehicle diagnostic equipment
-Your own tools and toolbox - essential
-A full, valid UK driving licence - essential
A current MOT Tester licence would be advantageous but is not essential.
A stable employment history and a genuine commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship are important for this position.

Why Make Your Next Move?
If you''re an experienced Diagnostic Technician who wants to earn -50,000+, work within a busy and established workshop and have greater flexibility around your working hours, this could be an excellent opportunity.
With flexible start times, a paid lunch break, performance-related bonuses and a supportive team environment, this role offers the chance to put your technical expertise to good use while progressing your career.

Apply Today - Job Reference: 55012

If you''re an experienced Diagnostic Technician looking for your next opportunity in Grays or the surrounding areas, we''d love to hear from you.
Don''t worry if your CV isn''t up to date. Get in touch for a confidential discussion about the role, earning potential and your next career move.

Contact Becky, quoting Job Reference 55012, to find out more!