Roadside Technician

Octane Recruitment; Chalvey; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OTE up to £65,000

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Matched pension

Life Insurance

Company van & fuel card

Tools & diagnostic equipment

Job summary

Octane Recruitment is seeking a Roadside Technician (field based) in Slough for a national breakdown company with 15+ million members. You will attend roadside breakdowns, diagnose mechanical and electrical faults, and carry out on-site repairs from the van, with a typical 40-hour week and optional overtime.

Salary starts at £41,600 (London Weighting where applicable) with OTE up to £65,000. Benefits include 23 days’ holiday, matched pension, life insurance, company van and fuel card, tools and

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• Customer-focused with good communication.

Responsibilities

• Attend roadside breakdowns and emergency callouts.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical vehicle faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out roadside repairs, including batteries and tyres.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and determine repair options.
• Provide safe and efficient roadside assistance to customers.
• Communicate clearly with customers and provide reassurance during breakdown situations.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Fault finding

Customer focus

Communication

Independent work

Education

Level 2 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Roadside Technician (Field based) providing roadside assistance for a national breakdown company with over 15 million members. Great salary, benefits, overtime and bonus opportunities. Must have right to work in the UK status.

Location: Slough

Pay / salary: Basic: £41,600 (inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, if applicable) | OTE: Up to £65,000

Job type: Permanent / Full time role

Shift and schedule for the Roadside Technician role average 40 hours per week. Optional overtime is available to increase earnings. All hours start and stop from home, as soon as you start the van.

Benefits for the Roadside Technician role

• Realistic OTE up to £65,000 with overtime and bonus opportunities.
• Enhanced overtime rates.
• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising with service.
• Pension scheme with matched contributions.
• Life Insurance.
• Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry-leading training.
• Colleague share scheme.
• Car salary sacrifice scheme, including electric vehicle options.
• Retail, travel and lifestyle discounts.
• Wellbeing and healthcare support available 24/7.
• Company van, fuel card, tools, uniform and diagnostic equipment provided.
• Start and finish from home.

Job Responsibilities for the Roadside Technician role

• Attend roadside breakdowns and emergency callouts.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical vehicle faults quickly and accurately.
• Carry out roadside repairs, including batteries and tyres.
• Use diagnostic equipment to identify faults and determine repair options.
• Provide safe and efficient roadside assistance to customers.
• Communicate clearly with customers and provide reassurance during breakdown situations.

What you'll need to be considered for the Roadside Technician role

• Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in Light Vehicle Maintenance and Repair or equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles.
• Strong diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
• A customer-focused approach with good communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a mobile environment.
• Must have a Full UK Driving Licence.