Diagnostic Vehicle Technician


Company:	Perfect Placement UK Ltd
Salary:	£37,000 to £40,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Worthing, BN11 4DP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Oct 2026
Closing date:	22 Nov 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a Vehicle Diagnostic Technician to join our established commercial vehicle dealership group in Worthing, West Sussex. This Vehicle Diagnostic Technician position offers excellent career development, manufacturer training and a strong work-life balance within a supportive main dealer environment.

Benefits of this Vehicle Diagnostic Technician:

- Salary up to £40,000, negotiable depending on experience

- Additional bonus potential of up to £6,000 per annum

- Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:30, with no weekend work

- 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

- Full systems and process training, including e-learning, external courses and on-the-job training

- Supportive management, a friendly working environment and genuine progression opportunities

Duties as a Vehicle Diagnostic Technician:

- Diagnose and repair faults on franchised manufacturer cars and light commercial vehicles

- Complete servicing and repairs efficiently and to manufacturer standards

- Undertake complex diagnostic work and develop your technical expertise through manufacturer training

- Liaise with Service Advisors and the Service Manager regarding vehicle issues

- Provide knowledgeable, courteous and efficient service to workshop customers

- Maintain accurate working processes and consistently high technical standards

Requirements:

- Proven experience as a Mechanic, Vehicle Technician or Diagnostic Technician

- Experience in vehicle diagnostics, or a strong desire to progress into complex diagnostic repairs

- NVQ Level 3, IMI Level 3 or an equivalent qualification; Level 2 may be considered depending on experience

- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

- A structured approach to working and a willingness to develop mechanical knowledge

- A full UK driving licence, preferably clean

If you are an experienced Vehicle Diagnostic Technician, apply now for this opportunity and take the next step in your career with a forward-thinking commercial vehicle dealership group.

Contact Kinga Csipetics, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Worthing and East Sussex, today to discover more about this fantastic Vehicle Diagnostic Technician opportunity.

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