Mobile Vehicle Technician - Home Service & EV Repairs

Octane Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay up to £5,000/yr

Bonus scheme up to £6,000/yr

23–25 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Pension up to 6.5% matched

Life insurance

Training & career progression

Car salary sacrifice (EV options after

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Mobile Vehicle Technician to service and repair vehicles at customers’ homes or work locations within Gloucestershire. The role is permanent, full-time, home-based, and 40 hours per week across five days (Mon–Sat) with occasional overtime.

You’ll need Level 2 (or ideally Level 3) light vehicle maintenance, 2 years’ post-qualification experience, a full UK driving licence (max 6 points), and the ability to work independently with a customer-focused

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair, or ideally a Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent).
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, either in a workshop or a mobile vehicle 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.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing vehicles (including EVs) at the customer’s selected location, e.g. driveway or 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.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Independent worker

Customer-focused

Education

Level 2/3 light vehicle maintenance

Job description

Octane Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a Mobile Vehicle Technician to service and repair vehicles at customers’ homes or work locations within Gloucestershire. The role is permanent, full-time, home-based, and 40 hours per week across five days (Mon–Sat) with occasional overtime.

You’ll need Level 2 (or ideally Level 3) light vehicle maintenance, 2 years’ post-qualification experience, a full UK driving licence (max 6 points), and the ability to work independently with a customer-focused