Diagnostic Technician

Location: Poole, Dorset
Salary: £37,000 – £52,000 OTE + Uncapped Bonus
Hours: 4-Day Working Week (10-Hour Shifts) + Saturday Morning Rota (1 in
4)

A leading automotive retailer is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Technician to join its established workshop team in Poole. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled technician with strong diagnostic abilities to join a modern dealership environment offering excellent earning potential, ongoing manufacturer training and genuine career development opportunities.

• Carry out routine servicing and maintenance in line with manufacturer standards.
• Diagnose and repair complex mechanical, electrical and electronic faults.
• Perform comprehensive vehicle health checks and produce accurate diagnostic reports.
• Complete general repairs and MOT-related work to a high standard.
• Service and repair vehicle air conditioning systems.
• Carry out welding and fabrication repairs where required.
• Order and manage parts required to complete repairs efficiently.
• Accurately complete job cards and workshop documentation.
• Communicate diagnostic findings and repair updates when necessary.
• Adhere to workshop processes, health and safety procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and productive working environment.

• Level 3 NVQ, City & Guilds, BTEC or equivalent automotive qualification.
• Previous experience working as a Diagnostic Technician within a dealership or professional workshop environment.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills across mechanical and electrical vehicle systems.
• Experience using manufacturer diagnostic equipment and software.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet productivity targets and deadlines.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of workmanship and customer service.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped bonus potential.
• Four-day working week with 10-hour shifts.
• Saturday morning rota only (1 in
  4).
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement with long-service rewards.
• Birthday leave.
• Pension scheme and life assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Staff discounts on servicing, MOTs, repairs and parts.
• Employee referral and customer introduction bonus schemes.
• Tool insurance support (where applicable).