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Octane Recruitment Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime optional

Bonus scheme

Pension 6.5% match

Life insurance

Career progression

Job summary

Octane Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Mobile Vehicle Technician in Guildford to service, maintain and repair customer vehicles at home or workplace, including EVs. This is a permanent, full-time role with a 40-hour week across Monday to Saturday, 8am–8pm, with one in four Saturdays.

Salary starts at £55,625 (inclusive of LWA) with OTE up to £62,000. The role includes overtime options and a range of benefits; Level 2/3 qualifications and a valid UK driving licence are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair (Level 3 preferred).
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Must have a full UK driving licence with max 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Servicing and repairing vehicles at customer locations (driveways, offices, etc.).
• Perform routine maintenance like oil changes, tire rotations, and brake inspections.
• Diagnose and repair engine, transmission, brake, suspension, and electrical issues.

Skills

Customer service

Full UK driving licence

Independent worker

Education

Level 2 light vehicle maintenance and repair

Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair (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: Guildford

Pay / salary: £55,625 (inclusive of LWA) OTE: Up to £62,000

Job type: Permanent / Full time role

Shift and schedule for the Mobile Vehicle Technician role:

Home based, working 40 hours per week, across 5 days (Monday to Saturday) 8am – 8PM, working 1 in 4 Saturdays.

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.
• - 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 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 Level 2 in light vehicle maintenance and repair or ideally Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, 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 6 points, no bans

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