Mobile Roadside Technician – High Earning Potential

Octane Recruitment Limited; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Bonus scheme

Pension contributions (up to 6.5%)

Life Insurance

Training and progression

Share scheme

Car salary sacrifice

Wellbeing support

Free breakdown cover for household

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Roadside Technician (field-based) in Cheltenham. The role involves attending breakdowns, performing mechanical and electrical roadside repairs, and guiding members on next steps to keep them mobile. Overtime and a bonus scheme boost earnings.

Salary starts at £36,400 with OTE up to £61,000. Shifts are 40 hours per week between 6am and 12pm, with overtime at enhanced rates. Full UK driving licence required.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair (Level 3 preferred).
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification hands-on vehicle experience in workshop or mobile role.
• Customer-focused approach and full UK driving licence (max 6 points).

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns and assess faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out mechanical and electrical roadside repairs (battery, wheel changes, minor engine fixes).
• Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and advise on next steps or recovery if needed.
• Work safely in varied environments and conditions.

Skills

Customer focus

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Diagnostic tools

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Roadside Technician (field-based) in Cheltenham. The role involves attending breakdowns, performing mechanical and electrical roadside repairs, and guiding members on next steps to keep them mobile. Overtime and a bonus scheme boost earnings.

Salary starts at £36,400 with OTE up to £61,000. Shifts are 40 hours per week between 6am and 12pm, with overtime at enhanced rates. Full UK driving licence required.