Mobile Roadside Technician – £60k+ Potential & Benefits

Octane Recruitment Limited; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime scheme

Bonus scheme

Pension matching

Life insurance

Career progression

Share scheme

Car salary sacrifice

Wellbeing support 24/7

Free breakdown cover

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking a Roadside Technician (field-based) to provide roadside assistance for a national breakdown company. The role is based in Luton with a strong salary package, overtime, and bonus opportunities for top performers.

In addition to a base salary of £36,400, there is OTE in excess of £60,000 and potential to earn £70k–£80k+. The shift pattern is 40 hours per week, 6am–12am, with full time permanent employment and advance scheduling for a full year.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 or Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification.
• Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Full UK driving licence – max 6 points, no bans.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns and assess vehicle faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs at the roadside, including battery replacements, wheel changes, and minor engine fixes.
• Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and determine repair options.
• Provide temporary solutions when full repair isn’t possible, ensuring member mobility.
• Advise members clearly on next steps, including recovery if needed.
• Work safely and efficiently in varied environments and conditions.

Skills

Customer focus

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking a Roadside Technician (field-based) to provide roadside assistance for a national breakdown company. The role is based in Luton with a strong salary package, overtime, and bonus opportunities for top performers.

In addition to a base salary of £36,400, there is OTE in excess of £60,000 and potential to earn £70k–£80k+. The shift pattern is 40 hours per week, 6am–12am, with full time permanent employment and advance scheduling for a full year.