Automotive Technician
  • England,London,City of London
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • £28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionD & S Auto Solutions | 1 Holland Road, SE25 5RF
Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm


About the role
D & S Auto Solutions is seeking an experienced, motivated and dependable Automotive Technician to join our workshop team on a full-time basis.
We are looking for a technician with strong practical mechanical skills, good diagnostic and fault-finding abilities, and a commitment to high standards of workmanship and customer service.
You will be responsible for servicing, inspecting, diagnosing and repairing modern motor vehicles, ensuring that faults are correctly identified and repairs are completed safely, efficiently and professionally.


Key responsibilities
*Carry out routine vehicle servicing, inspections and preventative maintenance.
*Diagnose mechanical, electrical and electronic faults using professional computerised diagnostic equipment.
*Carry out repairs to braking, steering, suspension, cooling, exhaust and vehicle electrical systems.
*Undertake clutch, engine and transmission repairs, including major mechanical work where suitably experienced.
*Use diagnostic software, wiring diagrams and online technical information to identify the root cause of faults.
*Carry out post-repair checks and confirm that vehicles are safe and fit for purpose.
*Record diagnostic findings, repairs and parts replaced accurately.
*Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
*Work effectively with the workshop manager, master technician and other technicians to complete jobs within agreed timescales.


About you


The ideal candidate will have:


*Relevant automotive qualifications, such as IMI, City & Guilds or equivalent.
*Experience in vehicle servicing, maintenance and mechanical repairs.
*Confidence using professional diagnostic equipment and carrying out systematic fault-finding.
*A good understanding of modern vehicle electrical and electronic systems.
*The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
*A reliable, professional approach with strong attention to detail.
*A commitment to health and safety and maintaining high standards of workmanship.
*UK driving license and good spoken English required to communicate with colleagues and customers
Experience with engine rebuilds, clutch and transmission repairs, CAN-bus diagnostics, ADAS or hybrid and electric vehicles would be an advantage. Specialist work must be undertaken within the technician’s training, competence and authorisation.


The opportunity
This is an opportunity to join D & S Auto Solutions in a hands-on workshop role involving a varied range of mechanical repairs, servicing and modern vehicle diagnostics. We value technical ability, accurate fault-finding, reliability and a willingness to keep developing skills as vehicle technology advances.
Job number 4275175
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