Diagnostic Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£43,000 to £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ilkeston, DE7 4QU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	10 Sept 2026
Closing date:	16 Oct 2026

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Summary

Our client, a well-established family-run independent garage in Ilkeston, Derbyshire, is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Vehicle Technician to join their reputable team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Diagnostic Vehicle Technician to progress within a supportive and friendly environment, offering long-term career development.

Benefits:

- Salary of up to £43,000 depending on experience

- Higher earning potential for senior technicians or MOT testers

- Overtime opportunities

- Paid MOT training for the right individual

- Paid training days each year

- Ongoing training and professional development

- Monday to Friday working hours, 8:00am – 5:30pm

- -1 in 2 Saturdays, 8:00am – 12:30pm

- Family-run business with a strong local reputation

- Friendly, supportive working environment

- Long-term career progression opportunities

Duties:

- Carry out advanced vehicle diagnostics using manufacturer and aftermarket diagnostic equipment

- Accurately identify mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults as the Diagnostic Vehicle Technician

- Interpret fault codes, live data, wiring diagrams, and technical information

- Conduct systematic fault-finding to determine root causes of complex issues

- Complete diagnostic reports detailing findings and recommended repairs

- Provide technical guidance and support to other technicians as the Diagnostic Vehicle Technician

- Carry out servicing, maintenance, and repairs as necessary

- Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to high standards

- Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workshop environment

- Work collaboratively with the team to ensure timely completion of vehicle repairs

Requirements:

- Previous experience as a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician or Highly Skilled Vehicle Technician is essential

- Proficient in using diagnostic equipment and fault-finding systems

- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification is desirable

- Strong mechanical, electrical, and electronic diagnostic knowledge

- Excellent attention to detail and a pride in workmanship

- Ability to diagnose complex faults accurately and efficiently

- Good communication skills and teamwork ability

- Must be reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently

- Seeking a stable, long-term role within a supportive independent garage

Contact Billy Peasgood, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Ilkeston and Derbyshire, today to discover more about this fantastic Diagnostic Vehicle Technician opportunity.

At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,800 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs

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