Mobile Vehicle Technician (EVs) – Flexible Overtime

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Upton Cheyney; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime up to £5000/year

Bonus scheme up to £6000/year

23–25 days holiday

Pension match 6.5%

Life insurance 4x salary

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Free breakdown cover

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician for a nationwide breakdown service based in Poole. You will service, maintain and repair vehicles at customers’ homes or workplaces, typically 40 hours weekly across 5 days (Mon–Sat, 8am–8pm) with optional overtime.

Role includes EV work, record-keeping and card payment handling. Requirements include Level 2 (ideally Level 3) in light vehicle maintenance, 2+ years post-qualification experience, and a full UK driving licence with up to

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair, or ideally Level 3 (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, workshop or mobile role.
• Full UK driving licence – max 6 points, no bans.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing vehicles (including EVs) at the customer02s location (driveway or office car park).
• Perform routine maintenance tasks (oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections).
• Diagnose and repair vehicle problems (engine, transmission, brakes, suspension, electrical).
• Use diagnostic tools/software to identify and resolve issues.
• Communicate repair recommendations to customers.
• Handle payments via card transactions.
• Keep up to date with automotive technology and repair techniques.
• Keep accurate records of work performed and parts used.

Skills

Independent worker

Diagnostic skills

EV knowledge

Customer communication

Education

Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician for a nationwide breakdown service based in Poole. You will service, maintain and repair vehicles at customers’ homes or workplaces, typically 40 hours weekly across 5 days (Mon–Sat, 8am–8pm) with optional overtime.

Role includes EV work, record-keeping and card payment handling. Requirements include Level 2 (ideally Level 3) in light vehicle maintenance, 2+ years post-qualification experience, and a full UK driving licence with up to