Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime up to £5k per year

Bonus up to £6k per year

31 days holidays (33 with service)

Pension contributions up to 6.5%

Life Insurance 4x salary

Car salary sacrifice with EV options

Free breakdown cover

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician to service and repair vehicles at customer locations, including EVs. This permanent role offers a structured day schedule, occasional Saturdays, and a comprehensive benefits package.

You will perform maintenance, diagnose issues, and communicate repair recommendations while handling payments and maintaining accurate records. A Level 2 qualification with driving licence is required, with Level 3 preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent).
• Prefer Level 3 but will consider Level 2.
• Full UK driving licence with max 5 points, no bans.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing vehicles at customer locations (driveways, office car parks).
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.

Skills

Customer focused

Independent worker

Full UK driving licence

Education

Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 preferred

Job description

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: Liverpool

Pay / salary: £40,170 Basic + Bonus (Up to £6,000) + Overtime at 1.5x (£28.96ph) + Company Van + Fuel Card + Tools Provided, OTE in excess of £52,000+ (Guaranteed overtime option to increase your basic salary)

Job type: Permanent / Full time role

Shift and schedule for the Mobile Vehicle Technician role

Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays, 40 hours per week

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 Vehicle 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.
• 31 days holidays (rising to 33 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 Vehicle 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 Vehicle Technician role

• Must have a minimum of a Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair, ideally Level 3 but will consider level 2. (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, Mechanical Engineering, 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 5 points, no bans