Diagnostic Technician


Company:	Octane Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£40,000 - £45,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cheltenham, GL51 6SP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Jul 2026
Closing date:	20 Aug 2026

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Summary

Diagnostic Technician / Vehicle Technician / Mechanic role with a Level 3 qualification, or Level 2 Technician / Mechanic with 3 years’ experience, for a growing independent vehicle service and repair business, working on a wide range of cars and light commercial vehicles. Great salary, benefits and overtime opportunities.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and hold a full UK driving licence.

Location: Cheltenham

Pay / salary: Up to £45,000 basic salary, depending on experience and skill level

Job type: Permanent / full-time role

Shift and schedule: Monday to Friday working hours, with overtime available

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary, dependent on experience and skill level.

• Monday to Friday working pattern, supporting a strong work-life balance.

• Overtime available, offering the opportunity to increase overall earnings.

• Friendly, supportive independent workshop environment.

• Ongoing training and development opportunities.

• Varied workload across servicing, repairs, diagnostics and maintenance.

• Long-term career opportunity within a growing automotive business.

Company

You would be joining Go Vehicle Services, an established independent automotive service and repair business with a strong local reputation. The company works on a wide range of vehicles and offers a professional, supportive workshop environment where technicians can develop their skills, take ownership of their work and build a long-term career within a growing business.

Skills and experience

• Minimum Level 3 qualification, or equivalent, in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.

• Previous experience as a Diagnostic Technician or Mechanic is ideal, although brand-qualified Technicians will also be considered.

Job responsibilities for the Diagnostic Technician role

• Carry out complex diagnostic, warranty, and repair work in line with manufacturer standards.

• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify, investigate, and resolve hard-to-find vehicle faults.

• Complete EV work, where qualified, and carry out hydraulic repairs safely and efficiently.

• Support accurate digital write-ups, job card completion, and clear recording of technical findings and parts requirements.

• Assist Apprentice Technicians with development where required, supporting a high-performing workshop team.

• Maintain high standards of safety, quality, first-time fix performance, and customer satisfaction.

If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or would simply like a Job Pack with more details, please apply.

Consultant: William Olivier – Octane Recruitment

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Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector.

If you would like to know more about this vacancy, or any similar vacancies such as Mobile Automotive Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, Roadside Technician, Mobile Breakdown Technician, or Mobile Mechanic roles, please get in touch.

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