Mobile Vehicle Mechanic

Octane Recruitment; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK vehicle service provider in Bournemouth is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Mechanic to diagnose and repair vehicles on-site. The role requires a minimum of 3 years experience and qualifications in Vehicle Maintenance. Benefits include guaranteed overtime, pension contributions, and flexible working hours. Join a first-class team that values your expertise and provides career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Guaranteed overtime option

Access to a car salary sacrifice scheme

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions

24/7 confidential support services

Exclusive discount portal

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Mobile Vehicle Mechanic or in a vehicle workshop.
• Must show qualifications in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• A full UK driving license with no more than 9 points.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns to diagnose vehicle issues.
• Identify problems and advise customers.
• Perform vehicle servicing and maintenance.

Skills

Technical experience

Electrical diagnostics

Customer service

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

City and Guilds or IMI qualifications

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Mobile Vehicle Mechanic

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: £38,625 Basic (OTE £50,000) + overtime 1.5x / A guaranteed overtime option to increase your base salary to £44,385 + Company Van

Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00-16:30, with 1 in 4 Saturdays - 40 hours per week

Ref: 28879

We have exciting new opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Mechanics. We are recruiting across Bournemouth so we will tailor the area to you based on your location. This Mobile Vehicle Mechanic is working for one of the UK's leading vehicle breakdown companies who provide a first-class service to thousands of customers. Exceptional company to work for with a wide range of benefits including starting your day as soon as you start the van.

Benefits

• Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime - after your first month, you can choose to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. Just one extra day a month could earn you £3,000 more per year on top of your base salary. Two extra days could give you an extra £5,000. It's your choice - more flexibility, more reward.
• Tools to Drive Your Future - get started with a free Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months, delivering serious tax savings.
• Time Off That Matters - enjoy 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays. Supporting work-life balance with paid family leave, flexible schedules, and practical resources to help navigate personal commitments.
• Financial Security & Perks - pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions alongside life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits), designed to support you long-term.
• Wellbeing That Works for You - 24/7 confidential support services are available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it.
• Extras That Make a Difference - access the exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation, you'll automatically join the Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in the collective success.

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the breakdown team you will be tasked with attending breakdowns to diagnose issues they have. Working on the vehicles to ideally get them back on the road otherwise making sure the vehicle goes back to the workshop.
• Identifying problems and advising the customer on the vehicle's issues.
• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance including electrical & vehicle Diagnostics.
• Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician are the face of the business so it’s important you deliver exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• We ideally want Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair however we would consider Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. Open to equivalent qualifications such as City and Guilds Vehicle Maintenance, IMI or NVQ. Must be able to show your qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years experience within the vehicle workshop or working as a Mobile Vehicle Mechanic.
• A full UK driving licence - no more than 9 points or bans on the licence.
• Ability to demonstrate technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.

Consultant - Jack Adams - Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment are a leading recruitment agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM and various related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for Vehicle Technician, Vehicle Mechanic, Commercial Vehicle Technician, Diagnostic Technician, Senior Technician, Master Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, PDI Technician, Prep Technician, MOT Tester, Fast Fit Technician, LCV Technician, Light Commercial Technician, HGV Technician, Bus Technician, LGV Technician, HGV Engineer, HGV Mechanic, HGV Fitter.

Octane Recruitment cover a variety of different sectors including Technical, Mechanical, Engineering, Sales, Service, Aftersales, Bodyshop, Fleet & Rental Management, Accounts, Finance, Marketing, & Payroll, Managerial, Logistics, Parts, Administration, Call Centre / Contact Centre, Senior Appointments, Head Office Positions and Confidential Appointments