Mobile Vehicle Technician

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

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician to provide exceptional service across the United Kingdom. You'll work with a breakdown team to service and repair vehicles directly at customer locations, benefiting from a competitive salary that can reach £50,000 with overtime. The role requires a Level 3 qualification in vehicle maintenance and at least three years of experience. Comprehensive benefits include guaranteed overtime, a pension scheme, and over 20 days of holiday.

Benefits

Market competitive salary

Guaranteed overtime

Access to a car salary sacrifice scheme

23 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with contribution

24/7 confidential support service

Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience within a vehicle workshop or as a Mobile Vehicle Technician.
• Full UK driving licence with no more than 9 points or bans.
• Demonstrable technical, electrical and diagnostic experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns, diagnose issues and repair vehicles or arrange workshop return.
• Identify problems and advise the customer on the vehicle’s issues.
• Carry out vehicle servicing and general maintenance.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance and repair

Electrical and diagnostic work

Customer service

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle maintenance and Repair

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician

Location: Colchester

Salary: £44,385 basic per annum, OTE £50,000 plus

Hours: 40 hours weekly, Monday to Friday 8.00am – 4.30pm, 1 in 4 Saturday's (Plenty of overtime available)

Ref – 29555

Overview

As a Mobile Mechanic within our client's Service, Maintenance and Repair division, you will use your expertise to support customers directly—whether at their home, workplace, or elsewhere. You will provide first class service without the restrictions of a traditional workshop.

This Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician works for one of the UK’s leading vehicle breakdown companies, providing first class service to thousands of customers. The role begins ASAP and offers a wide range of benefits, including the freedom to start your day as soon as the van starts.

Benefits

• Earnings That Motivate – enjoy a market competitive base salary of £38,625, with the opportunity to increase your earnings up to £50,000 through bonuses and premium rate overtime. A full time 40 hour week, with Monday–Saturday availability (8am–8pm), offers flexibility and stability
• Op­in Guaranteed Overtime – after your first month you may choose to work extra rest days at £30 per hour. 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
• 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. Work life balance is supported 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
• Well‑being That Works for You – our 24/7 confidential support service is available to you and household members aged 16+, offering reassurance whenever you need it
• Extras That Make a Difference – access Orange Savings, an exclusive discount portal with deals across top retailers, holidays, tools, tech and more. After passing probation you will automatically join our Colleague Share Scheme, giving you a stake in our collective success

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the breakdown team to attend breakdowns, diagnose issues and repair vehicles or arrange workshop return
• Identify problems and advise the customer on the vehicle’s issues
• Carry out vehicle servicing and general maintenance, including electrical and diagnostic work
• Deliver exceptional customer service as the face of the business

Requirements

• Level 3 in Vehicle maintenance and Repair (or Level 2, City & Guilds vehicle Maintenance, IMI or NVQ, with qualification proof)
• Minimum three years experience within a vehicle workshop or as a Mobile Vehicle Technician
• Full UK driving licence – no more than 9 points or bans
• Demonstrable technical, electrical and diagnostic experience

Contact

Consultant – Liam Bolton – Octane Recruitment