Mobile Vehicle Technician

Octane Recruitment; Warninglid; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and EV training available

Remote GP & Health Plan

20+ days holiday incl. service lift +

Company pension

Life Assurance 2x salary

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking an experienced Mobile Vehicle Technician to cover Crawley and surrounding areas. You will carry out mobile servicing, maintenance, warranty work and recalls on light commercial vehicles, diagnosing faults at customer locations and maintaining accurate records.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair, a Full UK Driving Licence, and the ability to work independently with strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Experience as Vehicle Technician/Mobile Technician/LCV Technician/Automotive Technician.
• Strong servicing, maintenance and repair skills.
• Good diagnostic and fault-finding ability.
• Full UK Driving Licence and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mobile servicing, maintenance, warranty work and recalls.
• Diagnose vehicle faults and complete repairs at customer locations.
• Work across a range of light commercial vehicles.
• Manage a pre‑planned diary provided at least five days in advance.
• Maintain accurate job records and repair information.
• Use dedicated workshop support for more complex repairs when required.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Customer service

Independent working

Education

Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Job description

Mobile Vehicle Technician - Crawley

We are recruiting for an experienced Mobile Vehicle Technician, Mobile Mechanic, LCV Technician or Automotive Technician to cover Crawley and surrounding areas. Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent, have strong hands‑on servicing and repair experience, hold a Full UK Driving Licence and have the right to work in the UK.

Job Details:

• Location: Crawley - Mobile / Field Based
• Salary: £40,800 basic + bonus, OTE: £46,740 + overtime
• Bonus: £2,400 annual bonus
• Hours: Monday to Friday 8 - 6, 1 in 4 Saturday mornings
• Reference: 31426

Your working day starts when you get into the company van and finishes when you arrive safely back home.

Mobile Vehicle Technician Company Benefits

• Voluntary overtime paid at time and a half
• Fully equipped company support vehicle and mobile tooling
• 24 days' holiday, increasing to 26 with service, plus public holidays
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days' annual leave
• Your birthday off
• Company pension scheme
• Life Assurance at 2x basic salary
• IMI-accredited and manufacturer-approved technical training
• Hybrid and Electric Vehicle training available
• Remote GP, Health Cash Plan and wellbeing support
• Vehicle leasing, retail and gym discounts
• Save-as-you-earn share scheme

Mobile Vehicle Technician Role

• Carry out mobile servicing, maintenance, warranty work and recalls
• Diagnose vehicle faults and complete repairs at customer locations
• Work across a range of light commercial vehicles
• Manage a pre‑planned diary provided at least five days in advance
• Work independently while delivering excellent customer service
• Maintain accurate job records and repair information
• Use dedicated workshop support for more complex repairs when required

Mobile Vehicle Technician Requirements

• Must have Level 3 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent
• Previous experience as a Vehicle Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, LCV Technician, Automotive Technician or Mechanic
• Strong servicing, maintenance and general repair skills
• Confident working independently away from a workshop
• Good diagnostic and fault‑finding ability
• Strong customer service skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Right to work in the UK

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff. If this Mobile Vehicle Technician role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Mobile Vehicle Technician, Mobile Mechanic, LCV Technician, Vehicle Technician, Automotive Technician, Motor Vehicle Technician, fleet and service technician roles across the UK