Field Roadside Technician—High Earning & Overtime

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime earnings

Pension contributions

Life insurance

Career progression & training

Vehicle salary sacrifice options

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Roadside Technician (field-based) to join a national breakdown service in the Barnet area, handling roadside faults and delivering on-the-spot repairs. The role is permanent and full-time with a 40-hour week and advance shift planning.

Eligible candidates will have Level 2 (ideally Level 3) in light vehicle maintenance, a valid UK driving licence, and at least two years of hands-on vehicle experience. Overtime and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Level 3 qualification preferred (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience with vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns and assess faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out roadside mechanical and electrical repairs, including battery changes and wheel changes.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and propose repair options.
• Provide temporary solutions when full repair isn’t possible to restore mobility.
• Advise members on next steps and recovery if needed.

Skills

Customer-focused

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Job description

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Roadside Technician (field-based) to join a national breakdown service in the Barnet area, handling roadside faults and delivering on-the-spot repairs. The role is permanent and full-time with a 40-hour week and advance shift planning.

Eligible candidates will have Level 2 (ideally Level 3) in light vehicle maintenance, a valid UK driving licence, and at least two years of hands-on vehicle experience. Overtime and benefits are included.