Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Mobile Vehicle Technician in Chelmsford. The role offers a basic salary of £38,625 with potential earnings up to £50,000 through bonuses and overtime. Responsibilities include diagnosing vehicle issues, performing maintenance, and providing customer service. Ideal candidates have a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Maintenance and at least 3 years of experience. This is a full-time, on-site position.

Benefits

Base salary of £38,625 with potential earnings up to £50,000

Guaranteed overtime option

Tools and equipment from day one

23 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with matched contributions

24/7 confidential support service

Colleague Share Scheme participation

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a vehicle workshop or mobile technician role.
• Full UK driving licence with a clean record.
• Ability to demonstrate technical, electrical, and diagnostic skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns and diagnose vehicle issues.
• Perform vehicle servicing and maintenance.
• Provide exceptional customer service.

Skills

Technical experience

Electrical knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalents

Job description

Overview

Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role located in Chelmsford. Salary: £38,625 basic per annum, with OTE up to £50,000 and overtime. A guaranteed overtime option can increase your base salary to £44,385. Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays. Ref – 28759.

About the role

We have exciting new opportunities for Mobile Vehicle Technicians / Roadside Technicians. We are recruiting across Chelmsford and will tailor the area based on your location. This Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician role is with one of the UK’s leading vehicle breakdown companies that provides a first-class service to thousands of customers. We are looking for people to start ASAP. Exceptional company to work for with a wide range of benefits including the ability to start your day as soon as you start the van.

Benefits

• Earnings That Motivate – base salary £38,625 with potential to increase to £50,000 through bonuses and premium-rate overtime. Full-time 40-hour week with Monday–Saturday availability (8am–8pm).
• Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime – after the first month, option to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. One extra day could earn ~£3,000 per year; two extra days ~£5,000.
• Tools to Drive Your Future – free Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one, plus access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months.
• Time Off That Matters – 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service), plus bank holidays. Flexible schedules and family leave support.
• Financial Security & Perks – pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions, life assurance up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits).
• Wellbeing That Works for You – 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members aged 16+.
• Extras That Make a Difference – Orange Savings discount portal; after probation, automatic participation in Colleague Share Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns with the breakdown team; diagnose issues and work on vehicles to restore road readiness or return to the workshop.
• Identify problems and advise customers on vehicle issues.
• Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance including electrical work and diagnostics.
• Provide exceptional customer service as the face of the business.

Requirements

• Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair preferred; Level 2 considered. Open to equivalents (City and Guilds, IMI, NVQ). Must be able to show qualifications.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a vehicle workshop or mobile technician role.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points or bans.
• Ability to demonstrate technical, electrical, and diagnostic experience.

About the recruiter

Consultant – Liam Bolton, Octane Recruitment. Octane Recruitment specializes in automotive, motor trade, engineering, and related industries. We recruit across the UK for various technician roles and related positions.