Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Productivity bonus

Pension match 6.5%

Life Insurance

Career progression

Car salary sacrifice

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician for a national breakdown company based in Bishop's Stortford. The role involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing vehicles at customer locations, with a 40-hour week including Saturdays.

Overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package are available. Candidates should have Level 2 (preferably Level 3) in light vehicle maintenance, at least 2 years post-qualification experience, and a valid UK driving licence with up to 6

Qualifications

• Must have minimum Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or Level 3 qualification.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, in workshop or mobile role.
• Ability to work independently and follow procedures.
• Customer-focused approach and valid UK driving licence (max 6 points).

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vehicles at customer locations (driveway, office car park, etc.).
• Perform routine maintenance tasks (oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections).
• Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.
• Use diagnostic tools/software to identify and resolve issues.
• Communicate repair recommendations to customers and handle payments.
• Keep records of work performed and parts used.

Skills

Customer-focused

Independent worker

Decision making

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Location Bishop's Stortford, England Sector Automotive Salary £40,170.00 to £60,000.00 per annum Benefits Overtime Paid at 1.5x, Van and Tools Provided!

Mobile Vehicle Technician providing servicing, maintenance and repair, via prebooked appointments, at customers home address or place of work. This is a new and specialist division for the number one national breakdown company in the UK, with over 15 million members.

Must have right to work in the UK status.

Location

Bishop's Storford

Pay / salary

£40,170 per annum, OTE: Up to £52,000 per annum

Job type

Permanent / Full time role

Shift and schedule for the Mobile Technician role

Home based, working 40 hours per week, across 5 days (Monday to Saturday) 8:30am – 5:00PM, working 1 in 4 Saturdays.

1 day of overtime per month = £3,000 additional per year; 2 days of overtime per month = £5,000 additional per year, completely optional – more flexibility, more reward.

Benefits for the Mobile Technician role

• Overtime – flexible and optional overtime, earn up to £5000 per year.
• Bonus scheme – based on productivity and quality, earn up to £6000 per year.
• 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service).
• Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions.
• Life Insurance cover up to 4x your salary.
• Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training
• Colleague share scheme.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme– includes electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• Wellbeing support24/7.
• Free breakdown cover for your household.

Job Responsibilities for the Mobile Technician role

• Servicing and repairing vehicles (including EVs) customer selected location e.g. driveway, office car park.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems, including engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Communicate with customers about vehicle issues and repair recommendations.
• Payment handling through card transactions.
• Keep up to date with the latest automotive technology and repair techniques.
• Keep accurate records of all work performed and parts used.

What you’ll need to be considered for the Mobile Technician role

• Must have a minimum of Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or ideally Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent)
• Must have a minimum 2-year post-qualification hands on experience with vehicles. Either in a workshop or mobile vehicle type role.
• The ability to work independently, make decisions on the go, and follow procedures.
• A customer-focused approach
• Must have a full UK driving licence - max 6 points, no bans