Roadside Technician

Direct Line Group; Southall; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9% employer contributed pension

50% off home, motor and pet insurance;

Free travel insurance and Green Flag

Health and Dental insurance

EV car scheme

Generous holidays

Buy as you earn share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Job summary

Direct Line Group is seeking a mobile motor repair technician to work across a broad South East London area, starting from home with a company vehicle and a 40‑hour, four‑day week. You will diagnose faults, perform on‑site repairs such as tyre or battery work, and help get customers back on the road with a comprehensive repair kit.

The role requires a valid UK driving licence, customer empathy, and knowledge of best practice in health and safety. Training and overtime opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence is required.
• Demonstrate empathy and a customer‑focused approach.
• Experience in motor repair and lone working is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle faults and determine parts or repairs.
• Attend customers at their location and perform on‑site maintenance.
• Carry a full repair kit and enable the vehicle to return to use where possible.
• Collaborate with dispatch to streamline the customer claims journey.

Skills

Full UK driving licence

Customer empathy

Lone working

Health & safety

Self-initiative

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

DLG is evolving. Across every facet of our business, our teams are embracing new opportunities and putting customers at the heart of everything they do. At Green Flag, we understand that breakdowns can turn a good day into a stressful one. By joining our team you'll be an integral part of our expanding services - the backbone if you will - and enjoy a career with endless variety and a genuine sense of fulfilment. It's Miles Better.

What you'll be doing

This is a permanent role in Pinner, Ruislip Uxbridge, Northolt, Hayes, Southall, Greenford, Ealing, Acton, Stanmore, Edgware, Harrow, Wembley, Willesden, Harlesden, Finchley, Golders Green, Wood Green, North Finchley, Tottenham, Islington, Edmonton, Whetstone, Enfield, Barnet, Northwood

You will be contracted to work 40 hours, four days a week, starting on a shift pattern with operating hours between 7am and 8pm Monday to Sunday, with the opportunity to do overtime, you choose.

We will provide you with a Green Flag vehicle and you will start your day from your home.

We know that our customer's vehicles make getting from A to B that much easier, whether that's to do the weekly shop, the school run or to get away on a staycation, it's all important, but sometimes our customers need us to get their vehicle back on the road and that's where you'll come in.

You'll put your technical knowledge to the test. Whether it be that they are out of fuel, require a tyre repair/change or a new battery, you will be ready and prepared to put their mind at rest and assist with a full kit on board to help them get back on the move. You will need to diagnose the problem and the understand the requirements to resolve it and give them the confidence to head off on your journey with no further interruptions.

• Up to £40000 base salary dependant on experience, OTE 44-48k, plus an additional 9% of base salary employer contributed pension, plus overtime.

What you'll need

• To be 21 years or over for insurance purposes
• A current Category B driving licence is necessary
• NVQ Level 2 or similar type of accreditation in light vehicle maintenance is preferred
• Demonstrate empathy and a desire to always achieve the correct outcome.
• Experience of the Motor Repair industry
• Experience of lone working (desirable)
• Utilise and apply up-to-date vehicle repair techniques.
• Display and utilise best practice and first-class Health & Safety behaviours.
• Collaboration with dispatch team to improve the customer claims journey.
• Use self-initiative.

Benefits

We recognise we wouldn't be where we are today without our colleagues, that's why we offer excellent benefits designed to suit your lifestyle:

9% employer contributed pension

50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover

Additional optional Health and Dental insurance

EV car scheme allows all colleagues to lease a brand new electric or plug‑in hybrid car in a tax efficient way.

Generous holidays

Buy as you earn share scheme

Employee discounts and cashback

Plus, many more

We want everyone to get the most out of their time at DLG. Which is why we've looked beyond the financial rewards and created an offer that takes your whole life into account. Supporting our people to work at their best - whatever that looks like - and offering real choice, flexibility, and a greater work-life balance that means our people have time to focus on the things that matter most to them. Our benefits are about more than just the money you earn. They're about recognising who you are and the life you live

Be yourself

Direct Line Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we think diversity of background and thinking is a big strength in our people. We're delighted to feature as one of the UK's Top 50 Inclusive Employers and are committed to making our business an inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and succeed in their careers. We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business. We recognise and embrace people that work in different ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you

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