Roadside Technician

Octane Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading vehicle breakdown company is seeking a Roadside Technician in Blackburn. You will diagnose and fix vehicles on-site, require a NVQ Level 2 or equivalent, and possess a full UK driving licence. The role offers £35,000 basic salary plus overtime and benefits including a company van, tools, and training from day one.

Benefits

Overtime paid at 1.5x

Company van and tools provided

Free breakdown cover

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum equivalent to NVQ or City & Guilds Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns to diagnose issues on site.
• Work on vehicles to return them on the road or to the workshop.
• Identify problems and advise customers.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair

Customer Service

Electrical Work

Education

NVQ/IMI/City & Guilds Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Company Van

Job description

Overview

Roadside Technician – Blackburn

Salary: £35,000 basic + Overtime at £25.24 per hour + Company Van + Tools provided

OTE: 53k+

Hours: Between 6am – 10pm, based on a 40 hour week with a rota given in advance

Ref: 28635

We have an exciting new job vacancy available for a Roadside Technician covering the Blackburn area. Our client is a leading vehicle breakdown company in the UK, growing rapidly. If you’re a Roadside Technician or a Vehicle Technician looking to get into Roadside, apply now!

Responsibilities

• Attend breakdowns with the breakdown team to diagnose issues on site.
• Work on vehicles to get them back on the road or return them to the workshop.
• Identify problems and advise customers on the vehicle’s issues.
• Vehicle servicing and general maintenance, including electrical work and diagnostics.
• Deliver exceptional customer service as a Mobile Vehicle Technician; you are the face of the business.

Requirements

• Minimum equivalent to NVQ, IMI or City & Guilds Level 2 in Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
• Full UK driving licence

Benefits

• Overtime paid at 1.5x; substantial overtime available
• Company van and tools provided
• No additional travel time – start and finish on your driveway
• Training from day 1
• Fully equipped company vehicle with tools and uniform
• Core employer-funded life assurance (2x basic salary; 4x for pension members) with option to flex up to 10x
• Family leave support with paid time off and flexibility
• Car salary sacrifice scheme after 12 months (tax savings, electric vehicle options)
• Free breakdown cover for you and your household
• Career progression opportunities and industry-leading training

Consultant: Al-Amin Abiru

Agency: Octane Recruitment