Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Esher; Remote; GBP 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime up to £5k/yr

Bonus scheme up to £6k/yr

Pension up to 6.5%

Life insurance 4x salary

Training and progression

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd presents an opportunity for a Mobile Vehicle Technician working on a new specialist division for a leading national breakdown company in the UK. The role is home-based, 40 hours per week across five days (Mon–Sat) with one in four Saturdays and optional overtime.

You will service and repair vehicles at customer locations, including EVs, perform routine maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and maintain thorough records.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair (or Level 3 preferred).
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair vehicles at customer locations (driveways, car parks).
• Perform routine maintenance tasks (oil changes, tires, brakes).
• Diagnose and repair problems including engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical.
• Use diagnostic tools and software to identify issues.
• Communicate repair recommendations to customers.
• Handle payments via card transactions.
• Keep records of work and parts used.

Skills

Independent working

Customer focus

Decision making

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician providing servicing, maintenance and repair, via pre-booked 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.

Pay / salary: £55,625 (inclusive of LWA) OTE: In Excess of £62,000

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) 8am – 8PM, 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
• Car salary sacrifice scheme– includes electric vehicle options after 12 months.
• 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