Mobile Roadside Technician - Field Repair Pro

Octane Recruitment Limited; Bath; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Bonus scheme

Pension contributions

Life Insurance

Career progression

Share scheme

Car salary sacrifice

Wellbeing support

Household 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 Bristol-based with a salary of £36,400 and OTE up to £60,000, plus benefits.

You will attend breakdowns, perform mechanical and electrical roadside repairs, use diagnostic tools, and guide members through next steps. A full UK driving licence with ≤6 points is required, and you’ll work 40 hours weekly with shifts arranged in advance.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 or Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Minimum 2-year post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, in a workshop or mobile role.
• 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

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Customer service

Roadside assistance

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is seeking a Roadside Technician (field based) to provide roadside assistance for a national breakdown company. The role is Bristol-based with a salary of £36,400 and OTE up to £60,000, plus benefits.

You will attend breakdowns, perform mechanical and electrical roadside repairs, use diagnostic tools, and guide members through next steps. A full UK driving licence with ≤6 points is required, and you’ll work 40 hours weekly with shifts arranged in advance.