Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle breakdown company is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician in Stevenage. The role involves diagnosing vehicle issues, providing customer solutions, and performing maintenance tasks. Applicants ideally have Level 3 qualifications and at least 3 years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary, guaranteed overtime, and generous benefits including holiday leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

23 days of holiday

Pension scheme with matching contributions

24/7 confidential support service

Qualifications

• Preferably Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair; Level 2 considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Mobile Vehicle Technician.
• Full UK driving licence with no major driving offences.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns to diagnose issues and repair vehicles.
• Identify vehicle problems and advise customers.
• Perform vehicle servicing and maintenance.

Skills

Technical experience

Electrical experience

Diagnostic skills

Customer service

Education

Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

City & Guilds, IMI, or NVQ equivalent

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

Role: Mobile Vehicle Technician / Roadside Technician
Location: Stevenage (opportunities across Stevenage with area tailored to your location)
Salary: £38,625 basic per annum, OTE £50,000 with bonuses and premium-rate overtime; guaranteed overtime option to increase base to £44,385
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm, 1 in 4 Saturdays
Reference: -25414

This opportunity is with a leading UK vehicle breakdown company providing a first-class service to thousands of customers. We are recruiting across Stevenage. Applications are welcome to start ASAP.

Benefits

• Earnings that motivate: base salary £38,625 with potential to increase to £50,000 through bonuses and overtime
• Opt-in Guaranteed Overtime: after the first month you can work extra rest days at £30 per hour; one extra day could add around £3,000 per year, two extra days around £5,000
• Tools to Drive Your Future: free Ultimate Complete Breakdown Service from day one; access to a car salary sacrifice scheme (including electric vehicle options) after 12 months
• Time Off: 23 days of holiday (rising to 25 with service) plus bank holidays; family leave, flexible schedules, and personal commitments resources
• Financial Security & Perks: pension scheme with up to 6.5% matched contributions; life assurance cover up to 4x salary (10x optional with flex benefits)
• Wellbeing: 24/7 confidential support service for you and household members aged 16+
• Extras: Orange Savings discount portal; after probation, eligibility to join Colleague Share Scheme

Role responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns with the breakdown team to diagnose issues and determine whether the vehicle can be repaired on-site or needs to be returned to the workshop
• Identify problems and advise customers on vehicle issues
• Vehicle servicing and general maintenance, including electrical work and vehicle diagnostics
• Represent the company with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service

Requirements

• Preferably Level 3 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair; Level 2 considered with equivalent qualifications (City & Guilds, IMI, or NVQ) and the ability to demonstrate qualifications
• Minimum 3 years of experience in 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