Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle breakdown company in the East Midlands is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician to provide first-class service to customers. The role offers a competitive salary of £18.58 per hour, extensive benefits including 31 days of annual leave, and a fully equipped company vehicle. Candidates must have Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance qualifications and at least five years of experience as a mechanic. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance in the automotive industry.

Benefits

31 days annual leave

Fully equipped company vehicle

Free breakdown cover for the household

Training from day one

Flexible benefits for health and wellbeing

Qualifications

• Minimum level 2 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualifications (proof required).
• At least five years of experience as a full-time mechanic.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and advise customers on vehicle issues.
• Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.

Skills

Technical experience in maintenance

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Education

Level 2 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualifications

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician – Derby

Location: local and surrounding area. Working hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm, with one Saturday off every four weeks. Salary: £18.58 per hour (£38,652 per year); overtime at £27.87 per hour after 40 hours, with a 45‑hour week equating to £45,800.

We are recruiting across the region and will tailor your coverage area based on your location. This role is with one of the UK’s leading vehicle breakdown companies, delivering first‑class service to thousands of customers.

Benefits

• No additional travel time – start and finish on your driveway.
• 31 days annual leave, rising to 33 with time served.
• Training from day one.
• A fully equipped, state‑of‑the‑art company vehicle with tools and uniform.
• Free breakdown cover for you and your household.
• Access to a broad range of career‑progression opportunities and industry‑leading training.
• Company life assurance linked to pension.
• Flexible benefits site offering numerous health and wellbeing benefits.

Responsibilities

• Identify problems and advise customers on vehicle issues.
• Perform vehicle servicing and general maintenance, including electrical and diagnostic work.
• Act as the face of the business – deliver exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• Minimum level 2 Vehicle Maintenance & Repair qualifications (proof required).
• At least five years of experience as a full‑time mechanic (time served candidates will be considered).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong all‑round technical experience – maintenance, electrical, and diagnostics.

Contact

Consultant: Kalum Green
Octane Recruitment
Ref: 29470
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Octane Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in automotive, motor trade, engineering and related industries.