Diagnostic Vehicle Technician
| Posting date: | 23 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £37,000 to £52,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, Southern, SO16 4QP |
| Company: | Perfect Placement UK Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 59262901 |
Summary
We are pleased to represent our client in their search for a qualified Diagnostic Vehicle Technician in Southampton, Hampshire. Our client, a reputable and established automotive dealer group, seeks a skilled professional to join their modern workshop facility. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Diagnostic Vehicle Technicians looking to develop their career within a large, well-regarded organisation that values technical expertise and excellent customer service.
Benefits:
- Competitive basic salary up to £37,000, dependent on experience
- On-target earnings of up to £52,000
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- Working hours: 08:30 – 17:30, Monday to Friday
- Comprehensive toolbox insurance valued at up to £20,000
- 30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, plus your birthday off
- Long service holiday entitlement
- Private health and wellbeing services
- Life assurance of up to three times your annual salary
- Subsidised manufacturer car purchase schemes for employees’ families
- Discounted MOT and vehicle servicing
- Manufacturer product training and ongoing development opportunities
- Supportive family-feel company culture with transparent communication
Duties:
- Conducting vehicle diagnostics, fault-finding, and electrical system assessments
- Carrying out repairs and maintenance to manufacturer standard
- Using the latest workshop equipment for accurate and efficient diagnostics
- Completing work within specified timeframes, maintaining high-quality standards
- Recording all work accurately and comprehensively
- Participating in manufacturer training to stay current with technological advancements
- Adhering to health and safety policies and procedures
- Providing excellent customer service and technical advice as necessary
Requirements:
- Qualified Vehicle Technician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Proven experience in vehicle diagnostics and electrical fault-finding
- Working knowledge of multiple vehicle brands and models is preferred
- Strong attention to detail and precision
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage workload efficiently
- Full UK driving licence; a clean licence is desirable
- A professional attitude and passion for automotive diagnostics
This vacancy for a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician is based in Southampton, Hampshire. Our client prefers applicants with motor trade experience and a genuine interest in advanced vehicle diagnostics. No CV will be forwarded without prior contact; therefore, it is essential to provide a contact number, preferably a mobile.
If you are interested in this Diagnostic Vehicle Technician position and wish to enhance your automotive career, please contact Kinga Csipetics at Perfect Placement. We specialise exclusively in motor trade recruitment and have access to numerous automotive roles across the UK. Take the next step in your career with a leading automotive employer committed to staff development and employee satisfaction.
Benefits:
- Competitive basic salary up to £37,000, dependent on experience
- On-target earnings of up to £52,000
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- Working hours: 08:30 – 17:30, Monday to Friday
- Comprehensive toolbox insurance valued at up to £20,000
- 30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, plus your birthday off
- Long service holiday entitlement
- Private health and wellbeing services
- Life assurance of up to three times your annual salary
- Subsidised manufacturer car purchase schemes for employees’ families
- Discounted MOT and vehicle servicing
- Manufacturer product training and ongoing development opportunities
- Supportive family-feel company culture with transparent communication
Duties:
- Conducting vehicle diagnostics, fault-finding, and electrical system assessments
- Carrying out repairs and maintenance to manufacturer standard
- Using the latest workshop equipment for accurate and efficient diagnostics
- Completing work within specified timeframes, maintaining high-quality standards
- Recording all work accurately and comprehensively
- Participating in manufacturer training to stay current with technological advancements
- Adhering to health and safety policies and procedures
- Providing excellent customer service and technical advice as necessary
Requirements:
- Qualified Vehicle Technician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
- Proven experience in vehicle diagnostics and electrical fault-finding
- Working knowledge of multiple vehicle brands and models is preferred
- Strong attention to detail and precision
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage workload efficiently
- Full UK driving licence; a clean licence is desirable
- A professional attitude and passion for automotive diagnostics
This vacancy for a Diagnostic Vehicle Technician is based in Southampton, Hampshire. Our client prefers applicants with motor trade experience and a genuine interest in advanced vehicle diagnostics. No CV will be forwarded without prior contact; therefore, it is essential to provide a contact number, preferably a mobile.
If you are interested in this Diagnostic Vehicle Technician position and wish to enhance your automotive career, please contact Kinga Csipetics at Perfect Placement. We specialise exclusively in motor trade recruitment and have access to numerous automotive roles across the UK. Take the next step in your career with a leading automotive employer committed to staff development and employee satisfaction.