Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Barmpton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle breakdown service provider is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician in Darlington. The role offers a competitive hourly rate with overtime, extensive benefits, and career progression opportunities. Applicants should be Level 3-qualified with at least 3 years of experience, possessing strong technical and customer service skills. Flexible working hours and comprehensive training from day one are included.

Benefits

23 days annual leave rising to 25

Time and a half for overtime

Free premium breakdown cover for you and your household

Flexible benefits including health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a workshop or mobile role.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points or bans.
• Level 2 candidates considered with demonstrated qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns to diagnose issues with vehicles.
• Repair vehicles to restore them to the road.
• Deliver exceptional customer service as the face of the business.

Skills

Technical skills

Electrical skills

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Education

Level 3-qualified Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technician

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician
Location: Darlington
Salary: £18.58 per hour (£38,652 per year) with an exceptional career progression plan to increase your base salary. Any overtime worked is £27.87 per hour after 40 hours! Work 45 hours per week and your salary is £45,800.
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 1 in 4 Saturdays with a day off in the week, shifts between 8am and 5pm, up to 8pm in summer months.
Ref: 28408

We have exciting opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Technicians across the Darlington area, tailored to your location. You will work for a leading UK vehicle breakdown company offering a first-class service and a wide range of benefits from day one.

Benefits include:
• 23 days annual leave rising to 25
• Time and a half for overtime
• Free premium breakdown covers for you and your household
• No travel time – start and finish at your driveway
• Training from day 1
• Fully equipped company vehicle, tools, and uniform
• Career progression and industry-leading training
• Company life assurance linked to pension
• Flexible benefits including health and wellbeing

Role responsibilities:
• Attend breakdowns to diagnose issues, working with the breakdown team
• Repair vehicles to get them back on the road or return them to the workshop
• Identify problems and advise customers
• Vehicle servicing & general maintenance, electrical & diagnostic work
• Deliver exceptional customer service as the face of the business

Requirements:
• Level 3-qualified Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technician (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent); Level 2 candidates considered if qualifications are demonstrated
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a workshop or mobile role
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points or bans
• Technical, electrical, and diagnostic skills

If interested, please send your CV for initial contact. All applications treated confidentially.

Consultant: Zoe Schofield - Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment specializes in Automotive, Engineering, and related industries, recruiting across the UK for various roles including Bodyshop, Technician, Managerial, and Administrative positions.