Diagnostic Technician

Diagnostic Technician

Battersea Volkswagen

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday 8.30 -17.00, 08.30 to 12.30 Saturdays on a rota basis (40 hours per week)

Salary: up to £48,000 OTE (including a basic £37,000 to £42,000 basic plus bonus)

Lookers Battersea Volkswagen is recruiting for a Diagnostic Technician to join their fantastic workshop. You will play a vital role, carrying out vehicle health checks using the latest technology, conducting vehicle services, and carrying out any additional repairs.

Here at Lookers Battersea, you will be reporting to aftersales manager, where you will be given on-going support to ensure that you have the tools needed to be able to perform to the very best! We can also offer you excellent career progression and training opportunities to get you up to master level, as well as Hybrid & Electric training to accelerate your career further!

Our technicians play a vital role within our Service team by delivering first class customer service every time. We want you to be part of our success. If you’re a qualified Vehicle Technician or an experienced Mechanic, whether you work in a dealer group or independent garage we want to hear from you!

• Carrying out servicing, repairs, and maintenance to high standards. 
•  Inspecting vehicle engine and mechanical / electrical components to diagnose issues accurately, using computer-based technology. 
•  Repairing or replacing broken or defective parts and resolving defects.  
•  Taking the customers vehicle out on a road test to ensure all faults are rectified 
•  Warranty repairs are per the manufacturer’s guidelines and relevant write up is complete 
•  Complete all relevant paperwork to a high standard 

The ideal candidate will be focused, self-motivated, a team player, and have a good mechanical/electrical aptitude. You will require a full UK driving licence and completion of NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification. 

Having previous experience of working with the brand would be advantageous in this role. 

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for, please apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.  

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. 

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.