Roadside Mechanic

Octane Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Roadside Mechanic in Chelmsford. This field-based role involves attending vehicle breakdowns, providing technical support and repairs directly at the roadside. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance, a proven track record in diagnostics and repairs, and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary with great benefits including a share scheme and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary of £35,000

Realistic On-Target Earnings of £43,000 to £53,000

Colleague Share Scheme

23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Group Personal Pension Scheme

Life Assurance options

Family Leave Support

24/7 Confidential Support Services

Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Full Breakdown Cover from Day One

Exclusive Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance or equivalent.
• Proven experience in diagnostics, electrics, and mechanical repairs.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend vehicle breakdowns and deliver roadside repairs or recovery.
• Diagnose faults using technical knowledge and diagnostic equipment.
• Communicate clearly with customers, providing reassurance and updates.
• Work independently while backed by a national support network.
• Maintain vehicle, tools, and equipment to a high standard.

Skills

Diagnostics

Mechanical repairs

Electrical repairs

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance

Job description

Job Title: Roadside Mechanic

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: £35,000 base with average OTE £43,000–£53,000

Rota - Based Shifts Between 06:00 – Midnight

The Roadside Mechanic Role

We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused Roadside Mechanic to join a dynamic roadside assistance team based in Chelmsford. This is a field-based role where you’ll respond to vehicle breakdowns, providing expert technical support and repairs on the spot—directly at the roadside.

You’ll start and finish from your driveway with no additional commute time required and will be equipped with the latest tools and technology to help drivers get moving again.

Roadside Mechanic Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary of £35,000
• Realistic On-Target Earnings of £43,000 to £53,000
• Colleague Share Scheme – become a co-owner in the business
• 23 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays, increasing to 25 with service
• Group Personal Pension Scheme – matched contributions up to 6.5%
• Life Assurance – 2x basic salary (4x for pension members), with flexible options up to 10x
• Family Leave Support – including paid time off and flexible working options
• 24/7 Confidential Support Services for you and family members aged 16+
• Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme (after 12 months) – including EV options
• Full Breakdown Cover from Day One
• Exclusive Employee Discounts – savings on retail, tech, travel & more

Roadside Mechanic Key Responsibilities

• Attend vehicle breakdowns and deliver roadside repairs or recovery
• Accurately diagnose faults using technical knowledge and diagnostic equipment
• Communicate clearly with customers, providing reassurance and updates
• Work independently across your patch while backed by a national technical support network
• Maintain your vehicle, tools, and equipment to a high standard

About You

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in diagnostics, electrics, and mechanical repairs
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Customer-focused mindset with a calm, professional approach

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for an established business that truly values its people. You’ll play a vital role in supporting motorists across the Chelmsford area, while benefiting from ongoing training, great earning potential, and industry-leading benefits.

Consultant: Liam Bolton - Octane Recruitment

Octane Recruitment are a leading agency specialising in Automotive, Motor trade, Engineering, OEM, and related industries.

We are recruiting across the UK for various roles including Panel Beater, Bodyshop Estimator, Vehicle Damage Assessor, and more.